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Deep Dive: TINA (2021)

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TINA
Tina is a documentary film directed by Dan Lindsay and T. J. Martin that follows the life and career of musician Tina Turner. The film features Turner alongside notable figures such as Angela Bassett, Oprah Winfrey, and Erwin Bach. It serves as a parallel story to her memoir, Happiness Becomes You, which was published in December 2020. The film is dedicated to Turner's son Craig Turner and her long-time friend Rhonda Graam. The film had its world premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival on March 2, 2021, and was released in the United States on March 27, 2021, by HBO. It received positive reviews, with a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film drew 1.1 million viewers in its initial airing, making it one of HBO's most-watched documentaries since 2019.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Tina Turner and her influential circle.
  • •See candid insights from Turner's life.
  • •Find out about Turner's relationship with her son.

Did You Know

•Tina Turner passed away on May 24, 2023.
•The film premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on March 2, 2021.
•Tina Turner's memoir, Happiness Becomes You, was released in December 2020.
•The documentary drew 1.1 million viewers during its HBO premiere.

Perfect For

Tina Turner fansMusic history enthusiastsDocumentary lovers