Synopsis
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. 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, 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.
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| Domestic Releases: | April 22nd, 2016 (Limited) by RLJ Entertainment |
| Video Release: | April 22nd, 2016 by RLJ |
| MPAA Rating: | Not Rated |
| Running Time: | 90 minutes |
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| Keywords: | Musicians, Jazz, Classical Music, Mental Illness |
| Source: | Based on Real Life Events |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Dramatization |
| Production/Financing Companies: | Ealing Studios, Metrol International Entertainment, Fragile Films, Londinium, 66 Productions, Parr Pictures, Huntsman Productions |
| Production Countries: | United States |
| Languages: | English |