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The Neon Demon (2016)

โ€œBeauty is vicious.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 4,030 votes 1h 58m r ThrillerHorror

#156 of 305 films from 2016 #1247 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn ยท Written by Nicolas Winding Refn, Polly Stenham, Mary Laws

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Overview

When aspiring model Jesse moves to Los Angeles, her youth and vitality are devoured by a group of beauty-obsessed women who will take any means necessary to get what she has.

Cast

Elle Fanningas Jesse
Karl Glusmanas Dean
Jena Maloneas Ruby
Bella Heathcoteas Gigi
Abbey Leeas Sarah
Desmond Harringtonas Jack
Keanu Reevesas Hank
Christina Hendricksas Roberta Hoffmann
Alessandro Nivolaas Robert Sarno
Charles Bakeras Mikey
Jamie Claytonas Casting Director
Stacey Dangeras Casting Assistant
Rebecca Dayanas Dresser
Helen Wilsonas Seamstress

Facts

Release dateJune 8, 2016
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) โ€” longer as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$7,000,000
Box office$3,400,000 (0.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt1974419

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Questions

How long is The Neon Demon?
The Neon Demon runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is The Neon Demon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 4,030 votes, which places it #156 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 49%) and #1247 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Neon Demon?
The Neon Demon was directed by Nicolas Winding Refn. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Drive (2011), Pusher II (2004), Pusher (1996).
Who stars in The Neon Demon?
Elle Fanning as Jesse; Karl Glusman as Dean; Jena Malone as Ruby; Bella Heathcote as Gigi; Abbey Lee as Sarah; Desmond Harrington as Jack.
What is The Neon Demon rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Neon Demon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14359.

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