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1220241h 30mNathalie Masduraud,Valérie Urrea

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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.

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PhilosophyFeminismExistentialismDocumentary FilmSimone De Beauvoir

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What is Looking for Simone (2024) 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…

Who stars in Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone stars Noémie Merlant (Narrator), Simone de Beauvoir (Self (archive footage)), Kellie Carter Jackson (Self), Laure Murat (Self), Marsha Colson (Self). The film was directed by Nathalie Masduraud.

How long is Looking for Simone?

Looking for Simone has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2024. It is rated 12.

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