Poster for The United States vs. Billie Holiday

The United States vs. Billie Holiday

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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."

About

Languages
Mandarin, English, French, German, Italian
Running time
2 h 11 min
Released
2021

Awards

  • WonGolden Globe AwardsBest Actress, Drama (Andra Day)2021
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  • NominatedAcademy AwardsBest Actress (Andra Day)2021

Cast and crew

  • Lee DanielsDirector and producer
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