The newly-released trailer offers a glimpse at the rise and fall of Nina Simone's career as well as her road to redemption.
- March 3, 2016
AceShowbiz -
The first trailer for Nina Simone biopic has been unleashed for viewing pleasure. It gives a sneak peek at Zoe Saldana as the late jazz musician and classical pianist and David Oyelowo as her assistant-turned-manager, Clifton Henderson.
Supported by Mike Epps as Richard Pryor, the true-story movie will revolve around Simone's ups and downs in her life. Her descent into depression and her way to find road back will be on display as well as her relationship with Henderson.
Simply titled "Nina" and directed by first-timer Cynthia Mort, the film is going to be screened in selected theaters across the United States on April 22. Zoe Saldana's casting as the titular character has drawn criticisms from fans who claim that she's not black and qualified enough to play the singer. Mary J. Blige was previously attached to the role but she dropped out due to scheduling conflict.
