Review of Lady Sings the Blues (1972) by Pera K — 20 Feb 2010
Without a doubt, Diana Ross was given a gem of a part in this film about legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday. Ross gives a strong performance in her first film "Lady Sings the Blues" while never trying to imitate Holiday's vocal style.
She gives a hint of the style but makes it her own in this film. The movie itself is very bio pic "formula" but I love seeing the early years to rise to get somewhere then the fall then the challenge to climb back to eventually make it or not.
Sadly we already know the end before we even start this film. Great performances by Ross, Pryor and Billy Dee Williams. It was a bit long for me, all of the songs were drawn out but I do enjoy the CD of the music from this film.
Kudos to Diana for this great film and fine performance. Although this film lost Oscars to "Cabaret" in '72 and Diana lost to Liza, she really deserves high praise for her work in this film.
If you like Ross, Billie Holiday and good music, you will enjoy this film.
This review of Lady Sings the Blues (1972) was written by Pera K on 20 Feb 2010.
Lady Sings the Blues has generally received very positive reviews.
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