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Looking for Simone examines the impact of Simone de Beauvoir's 1949 book, The Second Sex, on discussions about women's oppression and gender inequality. The film traces de Beauvoir's research across the United States, providing context for her revolutionary ideas and the personal limitations she faced. It connects her thoughts to modern feminist issues, showing how her work has influenced contemporary society.
The documentary is directed by Nathalie Masduraud and features contributions from Noémie Merlant and Kellie Carter Jackson. With a runtime of 90 minutes, it offers a focused analysis of the evolution of feminism, grounding its insights in de Beauvoir's experiences and the historical context of her writing.
Why Watch
- •Meet Simone de Beauvoir's influential ideas
- •See how her work connects to modern feminism
- •Find out about her research in the United States
Did You Know
•Simone de Beauvoir published The Second Sex in 1949.
•The film is directed by Nathalie Masduraud.
•The documentary has a duration of 90 minutes.
•The production country of the film is France.
Perfect For
Feminist theoryExistential philosophy20th-century literature