After going through different
issues and controversy during production, the biographic movie, Nina, has come
out with its first trailer finally and the movie is schedule to hit the big
screen next month.
Zoe Saldana plays the role of
singer Nina Simone in the movie.
The movie depicts the story of a
late jazz singer and how she became popular along with her relationship with
Clifton Henderson, who was her nurse turned manager.
The role of Clifton Henderson is
played by David Oyelowo.
Saldana was picked for the role
played by her back in 2012, and the moment it happened, criticism started
pouring in soon. Many people questioned the decision made by the producer of
picking a Dominican actress to play this character, who is an African American.
People reasoned that the darker
skin of the jazz singer played a big role in her success and the impact created
by her on society.
The uneasiness among people only
grew worse when they saw Saldana wearing a makeup to appear black and many
people voiced their opinion on social media Twitter.
Things started to settle down as
and when people start to see the trailer. Zoe Saldana gave everybody the reason
as to why she was picked, and that the decision made by the producer was right.
The acting talent of Saldana is
clearly evident as when goes through the trailer. It will take you through
different emotions from being dead serious to funny.
Oyelowo confirmed the acting
talent of Zoe Saldana and stated that the skills shown by her has surprised him
incredibly. There will be many more people who will be surprised when they take
a look at the trailer.
Zoe Saldana said in her support
that people and critics, both should go and watch the movie first before making
any assumption about her or the movie.
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