"The Amazing Nina Simone," A Biographical Documentary Film on a Musical Genius

"The Amazing Nina Simone" is a 2015 music documentary directed by award-winning Jeff L. Lieberman and it holds a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes! The powerful film looks at the life and music of the legendary singer, songwriter, pianist and civil rights activist through rare clips and over 50 exclusive and intmate interviews with the people who knew her best: her family, friends, band members, lovers and fellow activists. It brings audiences on Nina's journey from the segregated South, through the worlds of classical music, jazz joints and international concert halls, and provides an in-depth look at America's most overlooked musical genius.

The trailer can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DvxpUMXDyQ.

We can get tickets at the door ($9 cash, $11 credit card). Afterward, we can go to a
nearby casual restaruant.

The Stonzek is an intimate 60-seat black box theater with an extra-large viewing screen and HD projection. It's a great place for movies and snacks are available.

This is a multi-group Meetup. Ours is sponsored by Walls R Us Painting.