Nina

Name: Nina
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 2016-04-22
Duration: 1 h 30 min
Cast: Zoe Saldaña, David Oyelowo, Mike Epps, Ella A. Thomas, Ronald Guttman

2016·Movie

·1h 30min·NR·

MediocreGoodWatch score

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Nina fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Tension5
Adrenaline3
Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving

Pathos7
Romance6
Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Situational Comedy0
Physical Comedy0

World

A real life story, history, and everyday modern life

World Immersion6
Dialogue Centrality6
Rewatchability4

Craft

Standout characters

Character Depth8
Acting7
Direction6

Style

Standout score

Music Centrality10
Music Composition9
Cinematography5

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Nina is calm and low-intensity.

All energy traits

Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare0Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Moving

Emotionally, it's moving.

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All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.

Related traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.

World

Low

A real life story, history, and everyday modern life

Its world is built around a real life story, history, and everyday modern life.

All world traits

World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
Historical8Period settings and real events.
Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.

Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.

Craft

Medium

Standout characters

The characters stand out.

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All craft traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Standout score

Look and sound: the score stand out.

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All style traits

Music Centrality10Songs central to storytelling.
Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.

Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Singer. Activist. Survivor. Legend.

The story of the late jazz musician and classical pianist Nina Simone including her rise to fame and relationship with her manager Clifton Henderson.

Biographical DramaMusical Icon TributeArtistic StrugglesHistorical ContextRelationship DramaJazz Music FocusEmotional DepthCharacter StudyShow Business

Actors

Zoe Saldaña

Nina Simone

David Oyelowo

Clifton Henderson

Mike Epps

Richard Pryor

Ella A. Thomas

Lorraine Hansberry

Ronald Guttman

Henri Edwards

Ella Joyce

Clifton's Mom

Keith David

Clifton's Father

Mary Pat Gleason

Ordlery Pat

Siena Goines

Heather

Kit Leonard Dennis

Lawyer

Yasmine Golchan

Dr. Cousier

Ken Davitian

Club Owner

Crew

Directed by:

Cynthia Mort

Written by:

Cynthia Mort

Composed by:

Eric Vetro

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Nina legally?

Philo

Hoopla

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Is Nina worth watching?

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 2%, and Metacritic 27). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.