Carmen McRae

Acting

Carmen McRae

Born 1922-04-08 · New City, New York, USA

Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer. She is considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century and is remembered for her behind-the-beat phrasing and ironic interpretation of lyrics.

Acting credits

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling poster
6.5

Although Jo Jo Dancer has achieved success as a stand-up comedian, he hasn't found happiness. After receiving severe burns in a narcotics-related incident, Jo Jo remains in a coma, and, while in this state, he looks back on his life. Drifting off into memories of his troubled childhood, Jo Jo revisits his youth, recalling his eventual rise to fame and the decadence that followed. As he considers his existence, he must decide if he wants to go on living or not.

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling

1986

Hotel poster
6.0

This is the story of the clocklike movements of a giant, big city New Orleans hotel. The ambitious yet loyal manager wrestles with the round-the-clock drama of its guests. A brazen sneak thief, who nightly relieves the guests of their property, is chased through the underground passages of the hotel. The big business power play for control of the hotel and the VIP diplomat guest with a secret add to the excitement.

Hotel

1967

The Subterraneans poster
5.1

A disillusioned writer explores the subterranean depths of San Francisco's North Beach district.

The Subterraneans

1960

The Square Jungle poster
6.1

Grocery clerk Eddie Quaid, in danger of losing his father to alcoholism and his girl Julie through lack of career prospects, goes into boxing.

The Square Jungle

1955

The Unpredictable Pudgy! poster
NR

TV special featuring comedian Pudgy performing before a star-studded audience abroad RMS Queen Mary

The Unpredictable Pudgy!

1983

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9.0

This acclaimed documentary depicts the sad life of the greatest of all jazz singers, Billie Holiday, a life engraved with personal tragedy and ultimately shortened by drug abuse and alcoholism. Her story and career are portrayed through rare archival film and television appearances, memorable renditions of her greatest songs, and interviews with friends and colleagues.

The Long Night of Lady Day

1984

Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2

2006

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NR

No synopsis available yet.

Umbria Jazz Story

1993