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Bessie

(2015)Directed by Dee Rees107 minDrama, Music, TV Movie
“Survival began with a song”

The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.

Queen Latifahas Bessie Smith
Mo'Niqueas Ma Rainey
Mike Eppsas Richard
Tika Sumpteras Lucille
Michael Kenneth Williamsas Jack Gee
Charles S. Duttonas William 'Pa' Rainey
Bryan Greenbergas John Hammond
Oliver Plattas Carl Van Vechten
Khandi Alexanderas Viola
Tory Kittlesas Clarence
Kamryn Johnsonas Young Bessie
Rikki McKinneyas Chorus Guy
Alan T. Colemanas Stagehand
Clay Chappellas '81' Theatre Owner
Sharan C. Mansfieldas Miss Taylor
Neko Parhamas Rehearsal Director
Onira Tarésas Chorus Girl
Jhoni Davisas Chorus Girl
Jim R. Colemanas Host
Melissa Youngbloodas Theatergoer
Jennifer Searsas Ma's Main Girl
Briana Starksas Ma's Dancer
Todd Allen Durkinas Nightclub Manager
Crystal Lee Brownas Bessie's Dancer