Looking for Simone(2024)
Looking for Simone Synopsis
In 1949, philosopher and novelist Simone de Beauvoir wrote the groundbreaking The Second Sex, launching a disruptive discourse on women’s oppression and second-class citizenship. This film dissects the origins and relevance of this bible of feminism, charting de Beauvoir’s fact-finding journey across the US to research her book. The timely and fascinating film honors de Beauvoir’s brilliance and limitations, connecting her revolutionary ideas to the pressing issues women face today.
Looking for Simone (2024) is a documentary film directed by Nathalie Masduraud, released on November 20, 2024 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Noémie Merlant, Simone de Beauvoir, Kellie Carter Jackson and Laure Murat. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Nathalie Masduraud
- Writers:
- Nathalie Masduraud, Valérie Urrea
- Production:
- ARTE, Les Batelières Productions
- Status:
- Released
Looking for Simone Cast & Crew
Main cast
Noémie Merlant
as Narrator
Simone de Beauvoir
as Self (archive footage)
- Kellie Carter Jackson
Kellie Carter Jackson
as Self
Laure Murat
as Self
- Marsha Colson
Marsha Colson
as Self
- Silvia Federici
Silvia Federici
as Self
Judith Butler
as Self
- Epli
Epli
as Self
- Austin Ochoa
Austin Ochoa
as Self
Françoise Vergès
as Self
- Caitlin Keliiaa
Caitlin Keliiaa
as Self
- Anne MacNeil
Anne MacNeil
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Nathalie Masduraud, written by Nathalie Masduraud and Valérie Urrea.
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Looking for Simone Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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Looking for Simone – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Looking for Simone online?
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Who stars in Looking for Simone?
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The main cast of Looking for Simone (2024) includes Noémie Merlant, Simone de Beauvoir, Kellie Carter Jackson, Laure Murat and Marsha Colson. The film was directed by Nathalie Masduraud. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Looking for Simone released?
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Looking for Simone was released on November 20, 2024 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is Looking for Simone worth watching?
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Looking for Simone (2024) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.