Bessie is a film decades in the making. Starring Queen Latifah, it tells the journey of Bessie Smith as she becomes “The Empress of the Blues.” Check out the teaser below.
Cast:
Queen Latifah – Bessie Smith
Michael Kenneth Williams – Jack Gee
Khandi Alexander – Viola
Mike Epps – Richard
Tika Sumpter – Lucille
Tory Kittles – Clarence
Oliver Platt – Carl Van Vechten
Bryan Greenberg – John Hammond
Charles S. Dutton – William “Pa” Rainey
Mo’Nique – Ma Rainey
Crew:
Director – Dee Rees
Executive Producer – Queen Latifah
Executive Producer – Shakim Compere
Bessie will debut on May 16 at 8/7c on HBO.
