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This listing is for the standard edition Blu-ray. The limited edition slipcover (designed by Beth Morris) was limited to 1,000 units and is soldout. The two versions are identical, aside from the slipcover.
Established in 2000 and based in New York City, IFC Films is a leading U.S. distributor of independent film. Its unique distribution model makes independent films available to a national audience by releasing them in theaters as well as on VOD. Partnered with OCN Distribution, IFC will release new titles on home video and revisit past favorites in brand new editions, with many making their HD physical media debuts.
A heartbroken American on a soul-searching trip to Paris finds his buried secrets clawing their way to the surface in this neo-noir thriller from writer/director Antonio Campos (Afterschool). Lovelorn in the aftermath of a recent break-up with his longtime girlfriend, American college graduate Simon (Brady Corbet) wanders the streets of Paris aimlessly, and drifts into a sex parlor where he encounters mysterious prostitute Victoria (Mati Diop). His emotions suddenly reawakened, Simon hatches a plan to blackmail one of her wealthy clients -- a crime that has some unexpected repercussions for all involved.
directed by: Antonio Campos starring: Brady Corbet, Mati Diop 2012 / 105 min / 2.35:1 / English DTS-HD MA 5.1
Additional info:
Region A Blu-ray
Newly recorded audio commentary with Co-Writer / Director Antonio Campos and Co-Writer / Star Brady Corbet
Video Conversation with Co-Writer / Director Antonio Campos and Co-Writer / Star Brady Corbet
The Case of the Curious Camera - interview with Antonio Campos on the aesthetics of Simon Killer
The Last 15 - Antonio Campos' 2007 short film
Behind the scenes and rehearsal footage
Sundance Alumni Spotlight - interview with Antonio Campos, Sean Durkin and Josh Mond
Original theatrical trailer
Booklet with new writing by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.405797 / 5 from 69 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Simon Killer, a neo-noir thriller from writer/director Antonio Campos, offers a captivating character study and great performances. The film, released by IFC Films, is well-produced and directed. Available in a standard edition Blu-ray, it includes additional features such as an audio commentary, video conversations, and behind-the-scenes footage.
"Great lead performance and nice looking transfer." — Andrew I.
"I thought the acting was quite good and the portrayal of characters was thoughtful and compelling." — Shariar A.
"Great direction and good performances." — John A.
Reviews
Moody Thriller
"Directed by Antonio Campos, the film follows Simon (Brady Corbet), a recent college graduate who travels to Paris after a breakup. He becomes involved with a prostitute (Mati Diop), but beneath his quiet exterior lies a manipulative and increasingly violent nature. The ominous title sets the tone, leaving viewers to question whether Simon’s darkness is inevitable or merely suggested. Simon Killer is not a conventional thriller but a moody, unsettling portrait of manipulation and violence. It’s beautifully shot yet emotionally brutal, appealing to those who appreciate ambiguous, character-driven cinema rather than straightforward storytelling."
— Tarek E. (3/5)
Love this film starring Corbet
"Love this film starring Corbet before he went strictly behind the camera. Campos is an acquired taste, however."
— Keith M. (5/5)
Simon Killer (Limited Edition Slipcover)
"Picked this up on a recommendation from a friend, can't wait to check it out!"
— Andreas S. (5/5)
Overseas GF
"One of the first films I ever saw on Netflix years ago. It holds a special place in my heart. So happy to have this on disc finally. Such a great director."
— Ian D. (5/5)
Good
"Mati Diop and Brady Corbet in a film? I’m in!"
— Mark B. (4/5)
The Good Kind of Uncomfortable
"Movie: This made me anxious for most of the runtime. I recognized things I'd rather not remember about myself as a young man, amplified by a protagonist who keeps digging the hole he's in deeper and deeper, seemingly mostly soberly too. He seems like such a bundle of red flags that it's hard to see how any women like him at all, but the sex scenes were surprisingly hot, so maybe that's enough. Shout out to the soundtrack for having some real bangers I'd never heard before. Extras: I really loved The Case of the Curious Camera; very unique in terms of these things. The BTS stuff was also edited in an interesting way. Book: The essay did a great job explaining in words how the film worked effectively. Packaging: The cover design is great (even if it isn't reversible). The slip cover looks even better."
— Gideon M. (5/5)
A very good movie
"Very effective movie. Much like its sociopathic main character, it creeps on you."
— Fabrice B. (5/5)
Simon Killer
"This was a blind purchase for me but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought the acting was quite good and the portrayal of characters was thoughtful and compelling. Overall, the movie was well produced and directed. I'd watch it again in a couple of years."
— Shariar A. (5/5)
IFC pickup
"great pickup from IFC"
— Michael L. (5/5)
Minimal plot, but still intriguing
"I thought Simon Killer was entertaining, but just okay. I kept expecting something more would happen. I cannot get the sing from the film and blu-ray opening out of my head. I like it."
— Richard W. (3/5)
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