Best Original Screenplay1973 Film Fan Awards45th Academy Awards
Best Original Screenplay Nominee
Lady Sings the Blues (1972)
Nominated Talent & Credits
Terence McCloy— Terence McCloy, Chris Clark, Suzanne de Passe
Chris Clark— Terence McCloy, Chris Clark, Suzanne de Passe
Suzanne de Passe— Terence McCloy, Chris Clark, Suzanne de Passe
Synopsis / Overview
Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.
Historical Academy Record
WRITING (Story and Screenplay--based on factual material or material not previously published or produced) — 45th Academy Awards (1973)
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