What Happened, Miss Simone?

0
1h 41m
2015
7.407 /10 (376)

Her story. Her voice.

Overview

The film chronicles Nina Simone's journey from child piano prodigy to iconic musician and passionate activist, told in her own words.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 2015-01-22

Top Billed Cast

Nina Simone

Herself

Lisa Simone

Herself

Dick Gregory

Himself

Stanley Crouch

Himself

Elisabeth Henry-Macari

Miss Mazzie

Ilyasah Shabazz

Self

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