Simon Killer

Director: Antonio Campos
Writer: Antonio Campos
Cast: Brady Corbet, Mati Diop, Constance Rousseau, Michael Abiteboul
Theatrical Release Date: April 5, 2013
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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