The United States vs. Billie Holiday

2021 • 130 minutes

4.7

3 reviews

55%

Tomatometer

MA15+

Rating

Eligible

About this movie

In the 1940's, the US government targeted beloved jazz icon Billie Holiday as part of their war on drugs, to prevent her from performing her heart-wrenching ballad "Strange Fruit," a blatant cry against lynching. Directed by Lee Daniels, written by Suzan-Lori Parks and starring Andra Day.

Rating

MA15+

Ratings and reviews

4.7

3 reviews

Suzy

December 26, 2022

It’s a slow, sad story and possibly strays a little from the truth, but has great music, costumes and acting. It was very enjoyable.

Jack C

June 29, 2021

Packed with great performances- Day is truly remarkable. The film lacks focus sometimes but stays powerful and always engaging.

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