{TB EXCLUSIVE} Zoe Saldana is “Nina Simone”
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By: Mac Maclamore
Zoe Saldana has signed on to star opposite David Oyelowo in the upcoming biopic of famed musician NINA SIMONE.
Simone, who is one of the most regarded musicians of an era having released over 40 albums and conquering the worlds of jazz, pop and classical fusion, was also a key player in the civil rights movement of the 1960s. The film, which writer/director Cynthia mort will bring to life, is set to focus on the relationship Simone built with her assistant Clifton Henderson (Oyelowo).
Saldana, who last appeared in the film “Colombiana” will next be seen in the September release “The Words” and has a handful of new films wrapped and awaiting release, including “Star Trek 2”.
Saldana is repped by ICM and Brillstein Entertainment.