The read
It runs a compact 58m.
Synopsis
Recaptures the lives and times of Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Ida Cox, Alberta Hunter, Ethel Waters, and the other legendary women who made blues music a vital part of American culture. The film brings together for the first time dozens of rare, classic renditions of the early blues.
Ratings
IMDb7.7/10
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Christine DallDirector
Cast
- Vinie BurrowsSelf - Narrator (voice)
- Koko TaylorSelf
- Danny BarkerSelf
- Mae BarnesSelf
- Doll ThomasSelf
- Chris AlbertsonSelf
- Sammy PriceSelf
- Ida GoodsonSelf
- Blue Lu BarkerSelf
- Alberta HunterSelf
Themes
blues musicwoman directorafrican american artwomen in music