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Looking for Simone (2024)
Director: Nathalie Masduraud
Cast: Noémie Merlant, Simone de Beauvoir, Kellie Carter Jackson, Laure Murat
Runtime90 min
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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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This 2024 documentary directed by Nathalie Masduraud delves into the fascinating life and work of philosopher Simone de Beauvoir, exploring the origins and enduring impact of her landmark treatise 'The Second Sex' through a blend of archival footage, interviews, and immersive reenactments featuring captivating performances from Noémie Merlant and other leading actors.