That has led to several complaints, including from the Simone estate.
Now thatNinais actually here, does it offer a strong rebuttal to these pre-emptive judgments?
Unfortunately, no.Ninais a by-the-numbers musical biopic riddled with every conceivable cliche about the tortured artist.
If shes going to play music, shell do it her way.
Unfortunately, Simones prime years of playing music her way are mostly glossed over.
Saldana does a fine job playing Simones songs, but fails to convey the breadth of their makers pain.
Nina Simone was a complex person who lived a strange life.
Her ups and downs were covered thoroughly in Liz Garbus 2015 documentaryWhat Happened, Miss Simone?
