

Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately…
R • Music, Drama • Movie • 2021 • 2h 11m
Starring: Andra Day, Trevante Rhodes, Garrett Hedlund
Director: Lee Daniels
The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored by fans. In the 1940s, the government targeted Holiday in a growing effort to racialize the war on drugs, ultimately aiming to stop her from singing her controversial ballad, "Strange Fruit."
R • Music, Drama • Movie • 2021

Behind the Scenes
Lee Daniels: Lady Sings The Blues Inspired This Film | US vs. Billie Holiday Q&A With Scott Feinberg