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  • Zoe Saldana Shares Why She Agreed to Nina Simone Biopic

    The much-criticized actress also spilled what she learned from making the film.

    Kenrya Rankin Apr 21, 2016 12:43PM EDT

    Nina Simone's Estate, Internet Go Off After Seeing 'Nina' Trailer

    Much of the backlash has been directed at star Zoe Saldana, rather than the filmmakers.

    Kenrya Rankin Mar 3, 2016 2:42PM EST

    A Personal Take on the Nina Simone Biopic's Casting Troubles

    The unauthorized biopic of Nina Simone has been riddled with criticism for casting Mary J. Blige and, most recently, Zoe Saldana in the starring role. Here, an (admittedly sentimental) argument for why it’s a fail.

    Akiba Solomon Oct 30, 2012 9:05AM EDT

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