USA,
2016, 90 min
Directed by:
Cynthia MortScreenplay:
Cynthia MortCinematography:
Mihai Malaimare Jr.Composer:
Ruy FolgueraCast:
Zoe Saldana, Alexa Davalos, David Oyelowo, Mike Epps, Camille Natta, Vincent M. Biscione, Mary Pat Gleason, Siena Goines, Ronald Guttman (more)Plots(1)
She was one of the century's most extraordinary talents, a 15-time Grammy nominee and Grammy Hall of Fame Recipient; her mesmerizing songs and passionate politics combined to make her the unforgettable Nina Simone (Zoe Saldana). But fame and fortune came with a price, and her later years were riddled with depression, alcohol abuse and isolation. Rediscovering the meaning of her life and work took courage, strength and one true friend: Clifton Henderson (David Oyelowo), the man who started out as her assistant and eventually became her loyal manager. With Clifton's encouragement, the "high priestess of soul" began a courageous journey back to her music ... and, eventually, herself. (RLJ Entertainment)
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