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The Josephine Baker Story

The Josephine Baker Story

Description: Born into a poor family in St. Louis, Josephine Baker (Lynn Whitfield) struggles to make a name for herself on the vaudeville circuit. As her career progresses, so does her resentment of racial prejudice, motivating her to move to Paris -- where in a short time, her exotic dance routines make her the toast of the town. Swayed by the influence of her manager (Ruben Blades), she takes the act back to America. It fails, but Josephine perseveres, proving herself as much humanitarian as entertainer.
Genre: Historical drama, Drama
Year Released: 1991
Awards: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie, MORE
Initial Release: March 16, 1991
Director: Brian Gibson
Network: HBO
Producer: John Kemeny
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