Reflecting on 'The United States vs. Billie Holiday'
Lee Daniels’s Billie Holiday biopic The United States vs. Billie Holiday was released on February 26th, 2021, and my immediate reaction to it was one of discomfort.
Juvenile
Two young cousins, Louis and Felix, see their friendship turn into an unhealthy rivalry when they are confronted with the toxic behavior of complete strangers.
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Two young cousins, Louis and Felix, see their friendship turn into an unhealthy rivalry when they are confronted with the toxic behavior of complete strangers.
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Written By:Miguel Lambert
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