What Happened, Miss Simone? 2015

This intimate documentary explores the life and career of iconic jazz singer and pianist Nina Simone. It portrays her journey from a classically trained musician to a powerful voice in the Civil Rights Movement. As she rises to prominence, Simone grapples with the challenges of reconciling her artistic aspirations with her passionate activism and fight for racial equality. The film reveals a complex and often troubled artist who became a symbol of Black Power.

This intimate documentary explores the life and career of iconic jazz singer and pianist Nina Simone. It portrays her journey from a classically trained musician to a powerful voice in the Civil Rights Movement. As she rises to prominence, Simone grapples with the challenges of reconciling her artistic aspirations with her passionate activism and fight for racial equality. The film reveals a complex and often troubled artist who became a symbol of Black Power.

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75

Metascore

8.0

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90%

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85%

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IMDb

7.6 /10

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74

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3.9

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2.63/5

From 8 fan ratings

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88th Academy Awards 2016

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Documentary (Feature)

68th Directors Guild of America Awards 2016

Liz Garbus
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Documentaries

Liz Garbus

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