Looking for Simone (2024)

Cast

• Noémie Merlant - Narrator
• Simone de Beauvoir - Self (archive footage)
• Kellie Carter Jackson - Self
• Laure Murat - Self
• Marsha Colson - Self
• Silvia Federici - Self
• Judith Butler - Self
• Epli - Self
• Austin Ochoa - Self
• Françoise Vergès - Self

Screenplay

• Nathalie Masduraud
• Valérie Urrea

Keywords

philosophy, feminism, existentialism, documentary film, simone de beauvoir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Looking for Simone about?

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.

Who directed Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone was directed by Nathalie Masduraud, Valérie Urrea.

Who stars in Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone stars Noémie Merlant, Simone de Beauvoir, Kellie Carter Jackson, Laure Murat, Marsha Colson, Silvia Federici.

How long is Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).

What genre is Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone is a Documentary film.

Where was Looking for Simone produced?

Looking for Simone was produced in France.