Simon Killer
- Director: Antonio Campos
- Writer: Antonio Campos
- Cast: Brady Corbet, Mati Diop, Constance Rousseau, Michael Abiteboul
- Theatrical Release Date: Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2012
- Festivals: Sundance Film Festival
Synopsis: A recent college graduate goes to Paris after breaking up with his girlfriend of 5 years. Once there, he falls in love with a young prostitute and their fateful journey begins. [Synopsis courtesy of Sundance]
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The Playlist News
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Indiewire Reviews
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The Playlist Reviews
Sundance Review: 'Simon Killer' Loses That Lovin' Feeling On The Streets Of Paris
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