Simon Killer is a sensory, experiential film - more of a state of mind than a straightforward story.
— Rene Rodriguez, Miami Herald
"Simon Killer" is a beautifully made look at ugliness and brutality, the kind of oxymoronic exercise that fascinates some and repels others.
— Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
Presented by IFC Films | United States | Apr 5th, 2013 | 105 MINS | NR
The follow-up to Antonio Campos’ critically acclaimed AFTERSCHOOL, SIMON KILLER is an erotic and and psychological portrait of Simon (Brady Corbet, MELANCHOLIA, MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE), a well-educated, handsome and seemingly sympathetic college graduate with just a hint of something off putting enough to ignite a sense of concern.
Recently heartbroken, Simon travels to Paris to clear his head. After several days of wandering aimlessly, Simon finds himself drawn into a sex parlor and has a sexual encounter with an exotic prostitute, Victoria (Mati Diop, 35 SHOTS OF RUM). The chemistry builds between the two until they find themselves in a serious relationship, one that leads to blackmail, betrayal and the ultimate revelation of Simon’s true nature.
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Awards
2013 Dublin Film Critics Circle Awards
Nominated
- Best Actor
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Sundance Film Festival 2012
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Official Selection
AFI Fest 2012
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Official Selection
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