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Maxine Sullivan: Love to Be in Love

Maxine Sullivan was a renowned jazz singer who rose to fame in the 1930s, captivating audiences with her vibrant swing renditions of timeless classics like "Loch Lomond" and "Annie Laurie."

Maxine Sullivan, a renowned jazz vocalist, rose to fame in the 1930s with her unique swing renditions of traditional songs. She became the leading black female vocalist in America, influencing Ella Fitzgerald and Peggy Lee. Despite a hiatus from the jazz scene in the 1950s, Sullivan returned in the late 1960s, releasing an album every three months until her death in 1987. The film showcases her captivating performances, vintage photographs, and reminiscences from fellow jazz legends, along with her enchanting music.

Info about Maxine Sullivan: Love to Be in Love

Studio(s): Jezebel Productions, Channel 4 Television

Originally Released: United States, Jan 02, 1990

Production Countries: France, United Kingdom, United States

Genres:Documentary, Biography, Music