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 project: 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

Genre

Music Woman Director Drama Dance

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Ealing Studios

Ealing Green
London
W5 5EP

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Sales Company

Metro International Entertainment

16 Lincoln's Inn Fields
London
WC2A 3ED

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