Bessie
Survival began with a song
2015 1 hour 47 minutes
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
16th May 2015
11 years ago
1 hour 47 minutes
Finishes at 2:21pm
Won 4 Primetime Emmys. 23 wins & 47 nominations total
6.7/10
91%
63%
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