The Josephine Baker Story
movie
Before Madonna. Before Marilyn. There was Josephine.
Released March 16, 1991
Overview
Biography of the African-American who became a major performer in the Paris cabarets of the 1920s and 1930s. The film follows her life beginning as a struggling performer in 1917 St. Louis, her frustrations leading to her move to France, and follows to her death in 1975. Written by John Sacksteder
Runtime
2h 10m
Origin Country
United States
Original Language
English
Original Title
The Josephine Baker Story
Status
Released
Production Countries
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
Spoken Languages
- English
