Review of What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015) by Matt G — 13 Feb 2016

The documentary on Nina Simone doesn't fail to make it an emotionally moving backstory.

This review of What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015) was written by Matt G on 13 Feb 2016.

What Happened, Miss Simone? has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Marquetta T (1) on 04 Nov 2017

Enthralling documentary! Born in '61, I've come to appreciate her music later in life but knew nothing of her struggles and demons. Very well done…

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By Di Golding (122) for Dear Cast and Crew (122) on 07 Dec 2018

With this film, Nina Simone - the woman and the artist - finally gets the veneration she so richly deserves…

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By David L (3,419) on 01 Apr 2016

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By Michael Bonner (121) for Uncut Magazine [UK] (201) on 17 Nov 2015

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