VIDEO: First Look at Zoe Saldana as Jazz Legend Nina Simone

NBC's TODAY premiered a first look at NINA, a new Nina Simone biopic starring Zoe Saldana. According to the site, the movie will center on the great jazz musician's relationship with assistant Clifton Henderson ("Selma's" David Oyelowo). The film will hit theaters and VOD on April 22. Check out the first look below:

Simone's talents have influenced artists ranging from Elton John to Kanye West. The singer, perhaps best known for her hit song "I Put a Spell on You," passed away in 2003.

In May 2014 the film was shown at the Cannes Film Festival. Two documentaries were released on the jazz singer's life last year. "What Happened Miss Simone?" was recently nominated for an Academy Award for best documentary feature.

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