3.2“Survival began with a song”/ May 16, 2015
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
“Survival began with a song”
Bessie Smith
Ma Rainey
Richard
Lucille
Jack Gee
William 'Pa' Rainey
John Hammond
Carl Van Vechten
Viola
Clarence
Young Bessie
Chorus Guy
Curated based on cinematic style, tone, and audience acclaim
