Speaking toTHR, Johnson asked, Whos to decide when youre black enough?
Many people who are talking about it dont even realize what theyre getting into.
Imagine if I were to do a biopic about Lena Horne, whos obviously light-skinned, or Dorothy Dandridge.
Would it be fair if I put up a sign that said, No black women apply?
That would be ridiculous.
Black Americans should know better than to have this discussion over a creative project.
Were not talking about white against black.
Were talking about black against black.
This isnt the first time Johnson has commented on the backlash.
Zoe Saldana delivers an exceptional and mesmerizing tribute to Nina Simone, Johnson said at the time.
She gave her heart and soul to the role and displayed her extraordinary talent.
We are proud to distribute the film headlined by Zoe Saldana and David Oyelowo on April 22, 2016.
She gave an amazingly courageous and great performance, Mort said, adding shes proud of the movie.
Theres a lot of good in it, and people should see it.
The bottom line is this: Nina Simone deserves to be known.
Ninais out on April 22.
