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The director of the "Nina," Cynthia Mort, has decided to speak out against some of the film's recent backlash. She addressed the criticism surrounding Zoe Saldana being cast in the project and wearing black face, and points out how she initially wanted Mary J. Blige to play the lead role. -
'Nina' Biopic Distributor Fires Back at Zoe Saldana Haters Who Believe She's Not Black Enough
Negativity has surrounded the forthcoming Nina Simone biopic, 'Nina,' ever since the trailer made its official debut on the Internet with actress Zoe Saldana playing the titular role. Critics attacked Saldana and the creators of the film for casting a light-skinned actress to play the iconic musician. Two weeks after the trailer's backlash poured in, the biopic's distributor RLJ Entertainment fired back at the haters to defend Saldana and dispute their "she's not black enough" argument. -
Nina Simone's Daughter Defends Zoe Saldana in Biopic Movie: "She's Not Responsible"
Actress Zoe Saldana has been under fire lately for her role portraying the late singer and activist, Nina Simone, in the biopic soon to be released in April of 2016, based on her life, relationships and career. Though Saldana has received more negative feedback than positive, Simone's own daughter is speaking out on the actress' behalf, citing that she is not the one who's responsible for the many faults that people find with the film. -
People Share Hate Over Zoe Saldana's Nina Simone Biopic Movie Trailer on Twitter
The first trailer for Nina, the 2016 biopic movie project about music icon and civil rights activist Nina Simone, premiered this week to mixed reviews thanks to reactions on Twitter. Hollywood star Zoe Saldana takes on the leading role in the film, which has been in the works for a number of years and then on the shelf for a couple more. After watching the first trailer for the film, people took to Twitter over issues they have with the casting of Saldana - which took place in 2012, by the way. -
Zoe Saldana Talks Immigration, Nina Simone, and Family for 'Latina' Magazine
Actress Zoe Saldana has never been shy about embracing her Latin and black roots. She's also remained one of the many women of color in Hollywood that doesn't have a problem with speaking out against injustice, which is why Latina chose her to cover their December/January 2016 issue. During the in-depth interview, Saldana spoke candidly about controversial topics like immigration in the United States, backlash she's received about playing music icon Nina Simone, as well as loving every minute of family life. -
Zoe Saldana Talks Life After Birth, Feels Sorry For Women Who Want Pre-Baby Body Back Too Soon
Actress Zoe Saldana and husband Marco Perego welcomed their twin boys in January 2015. Since then, the actress's life and body have changed so much since the arrival of Cy Aridio and Bowie Ezio. In a recent interview the new mother explained how she's allowing her body to the time it needs to rest and feels sorry for women who are so desperate to get back in the gym and get their pre-baby bodies back after just giving birth. -
Sony Pictures Labels Miles Davis 'Iconic Singer' in Biopic Press Release
Don Cheadle's biopic of Miles Davis, 'Miles Ahead,' has been picked up by Sony Pictures, which immediately dropped the ball by misidentifying perhaps the greatest musician of the 20th Century. -
Nina Simone Documentary Airing on Netflix, in Theaters on June 26
'What Happened, Miss Simone?,' a documentary based on the life of iconic multi-genre vocalist Nina Simone, will get a widespread debut on Netflix and in some theaters on June 26, according to Rolling Stone. -
Zoe Saldana Cast As Nina Simone In Upcoming Biopic, Actress Responds To Critics
Zoe Saldana recently responded to critics of her role in the upcoming Nina Simone biopic. Zoe Saldana was recently cast as Nina Simone in the upcoming biopic about the legendary jazz singer's life, and fans aren't too pleased. -
Ewan McGregor and Zoe Saldana Join Don Cheadle’s Miles Davis Biopic, 'Kill the Trumpet Player'
Actors Ewan McGregor and Zoe Saldana have signed on to Don Cheadle’s movie about Miles Davis, "Kill the Trumpet Player." Cheadle will direct and star in the film, which is currently in preproduction.
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