What Happened, Miss Simone?

Her story. Her voice.

2015·1h 41m·★ 7.4

The film chronicles Nina Simone's journey from child piano prodigy to iconic musician and passionate activist, told in her own words.

LUXEN Decision Guide

Does this fit your night?

A real-world choice where the subject itself is the reason to press play, making curiosity and context part of the experience.

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Who it is for

Best suited to viewers who want to leave a watch with something concrete to think about or learn from.

Commitment

Standard sit-down · 1h 41m

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