Simon Calls
Simon Chama
Synopsis
It's last week at school, but Simon's not studying for his finals. His parents have divorced and seem to be waiting for a change that never comes. Simon gets tired of waiting. Could he get a one-way ticket to the USA? Would it be possible to make objects explode from afar? And what if time could be reversed? Or if freedom is only to be found in movies?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-07
Top Cast
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Simon
Rita Martins
Rita / Mother
Mariana Achega
Mariana
Bernardo Chatillon
Bernardo / Father
Miguel Orrico
Miguel
Maria Leite
Eva
Raquel Pimpão
Sopas
Sérgio Coragem
Sérgio
Francisco Sousa
Rita’s Friend
Catarina Guerreiro
Empregada da Agência de Viagens
Raimundo Carvalho
Guitarist
Pedro Melo Alves
Drummer
André Murraças
Saxofonist
Leonardo Outeiro
Bassist
Bertrand Joanny
Bartender
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Sebastián International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marta Sousa Ribeiro
- Screenplay & Story
- Marta Sousa Ribeiro
- Original Score
- Raimundo Carvalho
- Original Title
- Simon Chama
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- VIDEOLOTION
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marta Sousa Ribeiro
Marta Sousa Ribeiro
Raimundo Carvalho
Guilherme Daniel, Manuel Pinho Braga
Marta Sousa Ribeiro, Tiago Alves Simões
António da Cunha Telles, Joana Peralta
Department Leadership Roster
Joana Peralta
Producer
Marta Sousa Ribeiro
Editor
Guilherme Daniel
Director of Photography
Marta Sousa Ribeiro
Writer
Marta Sousa Ribeiro
Director
Tiago Alves Simões
Editor
Manuel Pinho Braga
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Simon Calls
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Simon Calls about?
It's last week at school, but Simon's not studying for his finals. His parents have divorced and seem to be waiting for a change that never comes. Simon gets tired of waiting. Could he get a one-way ticket to the USA? Would it be possible to make objects explode from afar? And what if time could be reversed? Or if freedom is only to be found in movies?
Who directed Simon Calls?
Simon Calls was directed by Marta Sousa Ribeiro.
Who stars in Simon Calls?
The principal cast of Simon Calls includes Simon Langlois, Rita Martins, Mariana Achega, Bernardo Chatillon, Miguel Orrico.
When was Simon Calls released and how long is it?
Simon Calls was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Simon Calls?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Simon Calls was composed by Raimundo Carvalho.