Join us for the MENA region theatrical premiere of James Erskine’s documentary “Billie”, a definitive biography of jazz singer Billie Holiday.
In 1971, journalist Linda Lipnack Kuehl set out to write the definitive biography of Billie Holiday. Over 8 years, she tracked down and tape-recorded over 200 hours of interviews with the extraordinary characters that populated the iconic singer's short, tumultuous life. However, Linda's book was never finished and the tapes never heard -- until now.
The film will open on the 19th of February with a live introduction by the film’s producer Barry Clark Ewers and run until the 4th March.
Directed by: James Erskine
Screening Dates: February 19, 2021 - March 4, 2021
Billie Holiday is a proud black woman who preferred white audiences. She was an exploited artist and a violent drug addict, yet a loyal friend and a vindictive lover. Her enigmatic accounts of her own life were a mix of half-truths and free-form improvisations. Then, in 1971, journalist Linda Lipnack Kuehl set out to write the definitive biography of Billie. Over eight years, she tracked down and tape-recorded over 200 hours of interviews with the extraordinary characters that populated the iconic singer’s short, tumultuous life.
Notes:
- Tickets are AED 52.5 (VAT included)
- Tickets are now available for sale online only www.cinemaakil.com. Schedules are subject to change, please check www.cinemaakil.com for the most up-to-date schedule
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- 6 pm to 9 pm Tuesdays to Saturdays
- Sundays and Mondays closed
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Image Credit: Cinema Akil
Age
8+
Price
Ticket: 52.5 AED
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