ThyBlackMan.com) It’s a major showcase. Viewers can watch the brilliant
musical talent Andra Day take center stage as she crosses over into the world of film acting. With the bright lights on her, she summons up an astonishing, all-in, Oscar-caliber portrayal of Billie Holiday. A feat achieved by Diana Ross five decades ago. Same role, similar story. But Day’s interpretation of “Lady Day” is decidedly more raw.
Director/producer Lee Daniels has been building up to this moment. Producing strong women’s stories (
Precious), casting actors in career-changing, award-winning roles (Halle Berry,
Monster’s Ball) and chronicling African American history (