Simone (2002 film)
| Simone | |
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Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Andrew Niccol |
| Written by | Andrew Niccol |
| Produced by | Andrew Niccol |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Edward Lachman |
| Edited by | Paul Rubell |
| Music by | Carter Burwell |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | New Line Cinema |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $10 million |
| Box office | $19.6 million |
Simone (stylized as S1M0NE) is a 2002 American satirical science fiction film written, produced and directed by Andrew Niccol. The film stars Al Pacino, Catherine Keener, Evan Rachel Wood, Rachel Roberts, Jay Mohr and Winona Ryder. The story follows a fading director who creates a virtual actress to star in his films and the attempts he makes to keep her non-presence a secret as she becomes more famous. Simone garnered mixed reviews from critics, grossing $19.6 million worldwide against its $10 million budget.