Raetsonwe Redundant and unnecessary.

Rijndri Load of rubbish!!

Keeley Coleman The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

Gary The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.

Michael Ledo This is a biography of Nina Simone, alcoholic, drug user and occasional singer by this biopic. The film opens in 1946 at age 13 she gives a recital. Her name was not Nina (Zoe Saldana) at that time. She had changed it so her family would not be embarrassed by her profession. The film picks up later after she tries to shoot a man in 1985, not 1995 as the film wrongly states. It moves forward with her struggle with alcohol and relationship with Clifton (David Oyelowo) with minor flashbacks.The acting was great, unfortunately the editing and script left much to be desired. It concentrated too much on her demons and little to nothing on her music. One would argue that was in intent, but they missed an opportunity to make a truly entertaining film.Guide: F-word. Implied sex. Minor rear nudity.

casaverdin Because, many were personally involved in Miss Simone's life, it is easy to understand their annoyance; however, as a person that appreciates Miss Simone's music, I put her on her own pedestal but; I must, in the other hand, contemplate, in total impartiality of judgment, Miss Zaldana's performance, her singing was extraordinary and deserves to be valued independently. There is no comparison possible, for they are both different performers, and as such, must be valued separately. Perhaps, in relation to the portrayal of the character, there were marked unsubstantiated facts, this belongs to the screenwriters and playwrights or whoever. One must be fair and judge the acting and the singing of the artists.

Michelle Do not waste your time watching this film. Nina Simone was a legend and one of my favorite artists still to date. I was looking so forward to seeing this film and was disappointed within 5 minutes of the movie starting. Zoe Saldana should never have agreed to do this film as it has certainly changed my thoughts on her acting ability. Beyonce, or Mary J Blige, even Rhianna should been cast! At least these woman have the ability to sing! I also think that the film should have shown more about her life, it was so damn boring i barely stayed awake. See anything else but this rubbish! Ray was a much better film, as at least Jamie Foxx could sing!

Trustworthy Reviewer Before you accuse me of being a social justice warrior, just try watching the first 10mins of this movie. Casting is not the only crime committed by movie (although it is hard to look past) but pacing, storytelling and overall cinematic quality fall to represent Mrs. Nina Simone.This movie does not portray the elegance in her artistry or why she mattered. This movie will forever be remembered for MODERN DAY BLACKFACE.I was half expecting an apology to Nina Simone and her family before the end credits.How is this movie sitting at 5 out of 10 stars?Shame on you Hollywood