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Nina Simone: The Legend

Nina Simone: The Legend (1992)

June. 13,1992

7.7

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The Legend, on Nina’s life and music, was made in France by Frank Lords and it is told in large part by Nina Simone herself. It is an honest portrayal based on her autobiography “I Put A Spell On You,” that shows Nina at her mightiest and at her most vulnerable.

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Nina Simone as Herself

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Reviews

Plantiana

1992/06/13

Yawn. Poorly Filmed Snooze Fest.

Ricardo Daly

1992/06/14

The story-telling is good with flashbacks.The film is both funny and heartbreaking. You smile in a scene and get a soulcrushing revelation in the next.

Kinley

1992/06/15

This movie feels like it was made purely to piss off people who want good shows

Caryl

1992/06/16

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.