Much beloved and often misunderstood, the story of America’s most overlooked musical genius is finally brought to light in “The Amazing Nina Simone.”
A documentary by Jeff Lieberman
Runtime: 105 minutes
Skype Q&A with the director following the screening
Screening is part of the Whale and Jazz Festival
Much beloved and often misunderstood, the story of America’s most overlooked musical genius is finally brought to light in “The Amazing Nina Simone.” Director Jeff Lieberman (”Re-Emerging: The Jews of Nigeria”) takes audiences on Nina’s journey from the segregated South through the worlds of classical music, jazz joints & international concert halls. Navigating through the twists & turns of the 1960s fight for racial equality, the film delves deep into Nina’s artistry and intentions, answering long-held questions behind Nina’s most beloved songs, bold style, controversial statements, and the reason she left America.
“She was left out of Civil Rights history, erased by jazz critics, and forgotten by most Americans because no one knew how to categorize her greatness,” says Lieberman.
Free to Arena Theater members, $10 for guests
Email: info@arenatheater.org
2017/04/03 - 2017/04/03
Arena Theater
214 Main Street, Point Arena, CA 95468