Nina (2016)

Nina (2016) is an American biographical drama written and directed by Cynthia Mort. The film focuses on American musician and civil rights activist Nina Simone. The film stars Zoe Saldana in the title role, along with David Oyelowo, Ella Thomas, and Mike Epps. "Nina" is currently scheduled for theatrical release on April 22, 2016

Plot
The story of the late jazz musician and classical pianist Nina Simone, including her rise to fame and relationship with her manager Clifton Henderson.

Cast

 * Zoe Saldana -as- Nina Simone
 * David Oyelowo -as- Clifton Henderson
 * Ella Thomas -as- Lorraine Hansberry
 * Mike Epps -as- Richard Pryor
 * Ella Joyce -as- Clifton's Mom
 * Marianne Muellerleile -as- Nurse Mary
 * Mary Pat Gleason -as- Orderly Pat
 * Ronald Guttman -as- Henri Edwards
 * Siena Goines -as- Heather
 * Camille Natta -as- Michelle Laroche
 * Kevin Mambo -as- Gilles

Controversy
The film has met with heavy criticism from a number of sources due to the casting of main character Nina Simone; Simone's estate has declined to endorse the film.