American Masters

Ella Fitzgerald: Something to Live For (14x3)

: 08, 1999

Narrated by Tony Bennett, the first comprehensive documentary portrait of legendary singer Ella Fitzgerald movingly tells the dramatic but true story of an ambitious girl who raised herself out of poverty to become the most accomplished vocalist of all time. This definitive look at "The First Lady of Song" chronicles Ella's entire career, from her amateur night appearance at the Apollo Theater in New York to her unparalleled success on the stage and screen. The film includes never-before-seen performance footage and interviews with many of the great musicians who worked with and admired this truly amazing performer.