Simone: Woman of the Century

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Simone: Woman of the Century

Released Aug 18, 2023

2h 19m

Biography

Drama

History

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Simone Veil's life story from her childhood to her major political battles seen through the pivotal events of the twentieth century. An intimate and epic portrait of an extraordinary woman who eminently challenged and transformed her era: her humanist message is still keenly relevant today.

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Robert Abele

Los Angeles Times

Ultimately, the restless approach, ever-roaming camera, and operatic flourishes create a skimming effect, when we hunger for a fuller portrait of the scarred, steely soul driven to alleviate suffering and counter injustice, against all odds.

Aug 21, 2023

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Ben Kenigsberg

New York Times

No matter how grave the situation, “Simone: Woman of the Century” treats it as spectacle.

Aug 17, 2023

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Jessica Kiang

Variety

Despite the exhaustive way her life is dressed and described, we never get to know who Simone Veil really was.

Aug 14, 2023

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Graeme Tuckett

Stuff.co.nz

But, what Dahan has put on the screen is inspiring, intelligent and – often – very moving.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 26, 2023

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Amparo Cabal

EscribiendoCine

Simone: Woman of the Century is a call to keep memory alive and to use it as fuel to create a world in which exclusion and totalitarianism remain forever in the past. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 8/10

Oct 13, 2023

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Alejandro Lingenti

La Nación (Argentina)

A ceremonious story with a solemn tone in which the director does not seem to have “humanized the icon” or “brought a character down from their pedestal”... [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 2/5

Oct 12, 2023

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Avraham

Great movie, fantastic cinematography, good actors, captivating. A real tribute to the heroes of humanity.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/21/23

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Joy H

This was much like Drahon's other biographical movies, big sweeping and painterly. Great acting and fantastic cinematography.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/27/23

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Simon L

Very moving and fascinating story of an exceptional woman. Highly recommended movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/22/23

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Ann M

Saw in Biarritz, France, thanks to the Lost in Frenchlation association that shows recent releases with English subtitles. The 2 hours and 20 minutes flew by thanks to stunning performances supported by careful, immersive cinematography and deft writing. A fitting portrait of a 20th century heroine.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/28/22

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Olivier Dahan

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Elsa Zylberstein

Simone Veil (1968 - 2006)

Rebecca Marder

Simone Veil (1941 - 1962)

Élodie Bouchez

Yvonne Jacob

Judith Chemla

Milou Jacob

Olivier Gourmet

Antoine Veil (1974 - 2006)

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Simone Veil's life story from her childhood to her major political battles seen through the pivotal events of the twentieth century. An intimate and epic portrait of an extraordinary woman who eminently challenged and transformed her era: her humanist message is still keenly relevant today.

Director: Olivier Dahan
Producer: Vivien Aslanian, Romain Le Grand, Marco Pacchioni
Screenwriter: Olivier Dahan
Distributor: Samuel Goldwyn Films
Production Co: France Télévisions, Cofimage 31, France 3 Cinéma, Scope Pictures, SCOPE Invest, Palatine Etoile 17, France 2 Cinéma, Prod lab, Sonia Films, Tax Shelter du Gouvernement Fédéral Belge, Marvelous Productions, Canal+, La Région Île-de-France, Indéfilms 8, Ciné+
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 18, 2023, Limited
Runtime: 2h 19m
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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