Project Detail

Nina

Synopsis

The story of the late jazz musician and classical pianist Nina Simone including her rise to fame and relationship with her manager Clifton Henderson.
A rare and poignant love story, this is an uplifting biopic of Nina Simone during a turbulent period in the iconic artist's life. Set in France during the 1990s with frequent flashbacks to defining moments in her life and her remarkable and unique music, this film tells the story of a tormented genius who eventually finds love and peace.
The legacy of a legend who continues to engage, enthral and inspire audiences around the globe.

Details

Year
2016
Type of film
Features
Running time
90 mins
Director
Cynthia Mort 1st Feature
Producer
Ben Latham-Jones, Stuart Parr, Barnaby Thompson
Executive Producer
Jimmy Iovine, Aigerim Jakisheva, Gene Kirkwood, Pierre Lagrange, Lauren Lloyd, David Oyelowo, Paul Rosenberg, Allison Sarofim, James Spring
Editor
Josh Rifkin
Screenwriter
Cynthia Mort
Director of Photography
Mihai Malaimare Jr.
Production Designer
Missy Stewart
Principal cast
Zoe Saldana, David Oyelowo, Mike Epps, Ella Thomas

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

Sales Company

Metro International Entertainment

16 Lincoln's Inn Fields
London
WC2A 3ED

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