Why You Should Watch HBO's “Tina” Documentary. Directors Dan Lindsay and T.J. Martin

Yes, we've seen Angela Bassett's iconic portrayal of Tina Turner in 1993's What's Love Got To Do With It. Some of you may be thinking, “Why watch the documentary if I’ve I already know seen the movie?“

Here’s why. With a wealth of never-before-seen footage, audio tapes, personal photos, and new interviews, including with the singer herself, HBO’s TINA (the documentary) presents an unvarnished and dynamic account of the life and career of music icon Tina Turner. Everything changed when Tina began telling her story, a story of trauma and survival, that gave way to a rebirth as the record-breaking queen of rock 'n' roll. But behind closed doors, the singer struggled with the survivor narrative that meant her past was never fully behind her.

Watch below as directors Dan Lindsay and T.J. Martin tell me why watching the documentary is even more telling.

Now streaming on HBO.

Tina Turner and Ikettes perform for Bolic Sound. Image courtsey of HBO.