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==Production==
==Production==
In May 2010, it was announced [[Mary J. Blige]] and [[David Oyelowo]] had been cast in the film as [[Nina Simone]], and Clifton Henderson respectively, with Cynthia Mort directing the film from a screenplay she had written, and production planned for September of that year.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://variety.com/2010/biz/markets-festivals/blige-tunes-up-simone-role-1118019252/|title=Blige tunes up Simone role|publisher=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]|first=Diana|last=Lodderhouse|date=May 13, 2010|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> In August 2012, it was announced that [[Zoe Saldana]] had been cast in the film, replacing Blige as Simone, Blige having exited due to financial issues with the project.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-david-oyelowo-362864|title=Zoe Saldana to Play Singer Nina Simone in Biopic|publisher=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|first=Borys|last=Kit|date=August 15, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> The casting of Saldana has caused controversy, with Simone Kelly, Simone's daughter, saying “My mother was raised at a time when she was told her nose was too wide, her skin was too dark. Appearance-wise this is not the best choice."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-casting-controversy_n_2165356.html|title=Zoe Saldana Nina Simone Biopic Casting Controversy Heats Up|publisher=TheHuffingtonpost.com|first=CAVAN|last=SIECZKOWSKIdate=November 20, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/13/movies/should-zoe-saldana-play-nina-simone-some-say-no.html?_r=0|title=Stir Builds Over Actress to Portray Nina Simone|publisher=[[The New York Times]]|first=Tanizia|last=Vega|date=October 12, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> In 2014, Mort had begun taking legal action after being cut of the decision-making process making her unhappy with the project she spent several years developing. < WHAT DOES THAT SENTENCE EVEN SAY <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/director-nina-simone-film-sues-704230|title=Director of Nina Simone Film Sues Over Production Company's Hijacking (Exclusive)|publisher=The Hollywood Reporter|first=Eriq|last=Gardner|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref>
In May 2010, it was announced [[Mary J. Blige]] and [[David Oyelowo]] had been cast in the film as [[Nina Simone]], and Clifton Henderson respectively, with Cynthia Mort directing the film from a screenplay she had written, and production planned for September of that year.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://variety.com/2010/biz/markets-festivals/blige-tunes-up-simone-role-1118019252/|title=Blige tunes up Simone role|publisher=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]|first=Diana|last=Lodderhouse|date=May 13, 2010|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> In August 2012, it was announced that [[Zoe Saldana]] had been cast in the film, replacing Blige as Simone, Blige having exited due to financial issues with the project.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-david-oyelowo-362864|title=Zoe Saldana to Play Singer Nina Simone in Biopic|publisher=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]|first=Borys|last=Kit|date=August 15, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> The casting of Saldana has caused controversy, with Simone Kelly, Simone's daughter, saying “My mother was raised at a time when she was told her nose was too wide, her skin was too dark. Appearance-wise this is not the best choice."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/zoe-saldana-nina-simone-biopic-casting-controversy_n_2165356.html|title=Zoe Saldana Nina Simone Biopic Casting Controversy Heats Up|publisher=TheHuffingtonpost.com|first=CAVAN|last=SIECZKOWSKIdate=November 20, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/13/movies/should-zoe-saldana-play-nina-simone-some-say-no.html?_r=0|title=Stir Builds Over Actress to Portray Nina Simone|publisher=[[The New York Times]]|first=Tanizia|last=Vega|date=October 12, 2012|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref> In 2014, Mort had begun taking legal action after being cut of the decision-making process making her unhappy with the project she spent several years developing. <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/director-nina-simone-film-sues-704230|title=Director of Nina Simone Film Sues Over Production Company's Hijacking (Exclusive)|publisher=The Hollywood Reporter|first=Eriq|last=Gardner|accessdate=March 4, 2016}}</ref>


==Filming==
==Filming==

Revision as of 15:00, 22 April 2016

Nina
Theatrical release poster
Directed byCynthia Mort
Written byCynthia Mort
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyMihai Mălaimare, Jr.
Edited by
  • Mark Helfrich
  • Susan Wittenberg
  • Josh Rifkin
Production
companies
Distributed byRLJ Entertainment
Release date
  • April 22, 2016 (2016-04-22) (United States)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Nina is an upcoming American biographical film written and directed by Cynthia Mort. The film focuses on American musician and civil rights activist Nina Simone, portrayed by Zoe Saldana. The film also stars David Oyelowo, Ella Thomas, and Mike Epps. The film is scheduled to be released on April 22, 2016, in a limited release and through video on demand by RLJ Entertainment. The film has met with heavy criticism from a number of people and Simone's estate has declined to endorse the film.

Plot

The story of Nina Simone from her rise to fame and the relationship with her manager Clifton Henderson.

Cast

Production

In May 2010, it was announced Mary J. Blige and David Oyelowo had been cast in the film as Nina Simone, and Clifton Henderson respectively, with Cynthia Mort directing the film from a screenplay she had written, and production planned for September of that year.[1] In August 2012, it was announced that Zoe Saldana had been cast in the film, replacing Blige as Simone, Blige having exited due to financial issues with the project.[2] The casting of Saldana has caused controversy, with Simone Kelly, Simone's daughter, saying “My mother was raised at a time when she was told her nose was too wide, her skin was too dark. Appearance-wise this is not the best choice."[3][4] In 2014, Mort had begun taking legal action after being cut of the decision-making process making her unhappy with the project she spent several years developing. [5]

Filming

Production was originally scheduled to begin in September 2010 in France.[6] Principal photography began on October 16, 2012, in Los Angeles, California.[7] That same month, Saldana was spotted on set in costume as Simone.[8] It was later revealed dark makeup, a prosthetic nose and false teeth had been added to Saldana.[9]

Release

In September 2015, RLJ Entertainment acquired U.S distribution rights to the film with a planned December 2015 release.[10] The film is scheduled to be released on April 22, 2016, in a limited release and through video on demand.[11] Robert L. Johnson the chairman and founder of RLJ gave a statement saying: "Zoe Saldana delivers an exceptional and mesmerizing tribute to Nina Simone, She gave her heart and soul to the role and displayed her extraordinary talent, the most important thing is that creativity or quality of performance should never be judged on the basis of color, or ethnicity, or physical likeness. Quality entertainment should be measured by the sheer force of creativity and the commitment that an actor or actress brings to the performance."[12]

Reception

Nina has received negative reviews from critics, as the film currently holds a 5% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 22 reviews.

References

  1. ^ Lodderhouse, Diana (May 13, 2010). "Blige tunes up Simone role". Variety. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  2. ^ Kit, Borys (August 15, 2012). "Zoe Saldana to Play Singer Nina Simone in Biopic". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  3. ^ SIECZKOWSKIdate=November 20, 2012, CAVAN. "Zoe Saldana Nina Simone Biopic Casting Controversy Heats Up". TheHuffingtonpost.com. Retrieved March 4, 2016.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  4. ^ Vega, Tanizia (October 12, 2012). "Stir Builds Over Actress to Portray Nina Simone". The New York Times. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  5. ^ Gardner, Eriq. "Director of Nina Simone Film Sues Over Production Company's Hijacking (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  6. ^ Lodderhouse, Diana (May 13, 2010). "Blige tunes up Simone role". Variety. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  7. ^ Kit, Borys (August 15, 2012). "Zoe Saldana to Play Singer Nina Simone in Biopic". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  8. ^ Bull, Sarah (October 24, 2012). "FIRST LOOK: Zoe Saldana transforms into Nina Simone for new movie... with the help of facial prosthetics, fake teeth and an afro-style wig". Dailymail.co.uk. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  9. ^ Stewart, Dodai (October 26, 2012). "Zoe Saldana gets dark makeup prosthetic nose to play Nina Simone". jezebel.com. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  10. ^ McNary, Dave (September 10, 2015). "Zoe Saldana's 'Nina' Bought by RLJE, Set for December Release (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  11. ^ Obenson, Tambay A (March 2, 2016). "Watch: Trailer for Nina Simone Biopic Starring Zoe Saldana Arrives". Indiewire.com. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
  12. ^ Platon, Adelle (March 3, 2016). "'Nina' Distributors Defend Zoe Saldana After Simone's Family Blasts Biopic". Billboard. Retrieved March 4, 2016.
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