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The Neon Demon

  • 20162016
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  • 1h 57m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
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Elle Fanning, Bella Heathcote, and Abbey Lee in The Neon Demon (2016)
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.
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  • Horror
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An aspiring model, Jesse, is new to Los Angeles. However, her beauty and youth, which generate intense fascination and jealousy within the fashion industry, may prove themselves sinister.An aspiring model, Jesse, is new to Los Angeles. However, her beauty and youth, which generate intense fascination and jealousy within the fashion industry, may prove themselves sinister.An aspiring model, Jesse, is new to Los Angeles. However, her beauty and youth, which generate intense fascination and jealousy within the fashion industry, may prove themselves sinister.
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
94K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,410
197
  • Director
    • Nicolas Winding Refn
  • Writers
    • Nicolas Winding Refn(story by)
    • Mary Laws(screenplay by)
    • Polly Stenham(screenplay by)
  • Stars
    • Elle Fanning
    • Christina Hendricks
    • Keanu Reeves
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  • Director
    • Nicolas Winding Refn
  • Writers
    • Nicolas Winding Refn(story by)
    • Mary Laws(screenplay by)
    • Polly Stenham(screenplay by)
  • Stars
    • Elle Fanning
    • Christina Hendricks
    • Keanu Reeves
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 522User reviews
    • 426Critic reviews
    • 51Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 19 wins & 40 nominations

    Videos10

    Trailer #1
    Trailer 1:34
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    Clip
    Clip 1:47
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    Bathroom
    Clip 1:24
    Bathroom
    The Neon Demon
    Clip 1:22
    The Neon Demon
    The Neon Demon
    Clip 1:27
    The Neon Demon
    Horror Featurette
    Featurette 1:10
    Horror Featurette
    'The Neon Demon' Stars Name Actors Who Have "That Thing"
    Interview 1:27
    'The Neon Demon' Stars Name Actors Who Have "That Thing"
    'The Neon Demon' in Three Words
    Interview 0:50
    'The Neon Demon' in Three Words
    Elle Fanning on 'The Neon Demon'
    Interview 1:15
    Elle Fanning on 'The Neon Demon'
    TV Spot
    Promo 0:31
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    Photos374

    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Nicolas Winding Refn and Natasha Braier in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Nicolas Winding Refn and Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Abbey Lee in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Jena Malone and Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Abbey Lee in The Neon Demon (2016)
    Elle Fanning in The Neon Demon (2016)

    Top cast

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    Elle Fanning
    Elle Fanning
    • Jesseas Jesse
    Christina Hendricks
    Christina Hendricks
    • Roberta Hoffmannas Roberta Hoffmann
    Keanu Reeves
    Keanu Reeves
    • Hankas Hank
    Karl Glusman
    Karl Glusman
    • Deanas Dean
    Jena Malone
    Jena Malone
    • Rubyas Ruby
    Bella Heathcote
    Bella Heathcote
    • Gigias Gigi
    Abbey Lee
    Abbey Lee
    • Sarahas Sarah
    Desmond Harrington
    Desmond Harrington
    • Jackas Jack
    Charles Baker
    Charles Baker
    • Mikeyas Mikey
    Jamie Clayton
    Jamie Clayton
    • Casting Directoras Casting Director
    Stacey Danger
    Stacey Danger
    • Casting Assistantas Casting Assistant
    Rebecca Dayan
    Rebecca Dayan
    • Dresseras Dresser
    Helen Wilson
    Helen Wilson
    • Seamstressas Seamstress
    Houda Shretah
    • Roberto Sarno's Assistantas Roberto Sarno's Assistant
    Taylor Hill
    Taylor Hill
    • Flirty Model #1as Flirty Model #1
    Vanessa Martinez
    Vanessa Martinez
    • Waitressas Waitress
    Jason Schneidman
    • Pool Photo Shoot Hairstylistas Pool Photo Shoot Hairstylist
    Rachel Dik
    • Carrieas Carrie
    • Director
      • Nicolas Winding Refn
    • Writers
      • Nicolas Winding Refn(story by) (screenplay by)
      • Mary Laws(screenplay by)
      • Polly Stenham(screenplay by)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The film was shot in chronological order, and the ending was created and improvised on-set, according to Elle Fanning.
    • Goofs
      When Jesse locks her motel room door about halfway through the movie, the deadbolt goes from locked to unlocked and back to locked between shots.
    • Quotes

      Roberto Sarno: Beauty isn't everything. It's the only thing.

    • Alternate versions
      The theatrical R-rated version and unrated version are different only in the second morgue scene as follows: (A) Female genital nudity is depicted 1 hour 29 minutes and 0 seconds into the film. In the R rated version (which played in US theaters), when Ruby was kissing the corpse (played by a female actress), the bottom of the frame showed the upper half of the vulva (inclusive of somewhat blurred labia, due to the camera focus on the kissing). In the "unrated" version (NOT the theatrical version or the director's narrative - which both emulate the R rated version seen in US theaters), that same moment depicts VERY clear labial exposure (as in medical clarity, yet artistically depicted). (B) Note that the unrated version also shows Ruby's hand brush along the genitalia as it sweeps up to the left breast (R rated version prolongs the cut-away to the Jessie fantasy shot), and also depicts Ruby bouncing on the corpse as she reaches orgasm (while the R rated version shows only the close up of her face). The foley work and soundtrack during the unrated morgue scene are subtly but noticeably different. In short, the unrated cut sounds a lot more "squishy" with ample "smacking" sounds. The uncut version appears to be available through iTunes only, despite being an Amazon production,which you can find here: https://itunes.apple.com/mt/movie/the-neon-demon/id1129719992 (That means if you want to watch it on a TV you'll need an AppleTV to play it).
    • Connections
      Featured in The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: Gordon Ramsay/Elle Fanning/Jack Aiello/Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (2016)
    • Soundtracks
      Neon Demon
      Composed by Cliff Martinez and Peter G. Adams

    User reviews522

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Not Your Typical Horror Thriller
    When aspiring model Jesse (Elle Fanning) 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.

    Although classified as a "horror thriller", this categorization might throw potential viewers off. The horror elements are relatively few and far between, and the thrills are rather subtle. This is not to say the film is in any way a bad picture, simply that it defies conventional categories.

    The plot is nothing spectacularly new. In the last few years, we have seen films about the dangers of beauty and fame with Debbie Rochon's "Model Hunger" (which has some coincidental parallels) and "Starry Eyes". But "Neon Demon" is very much about a certain look and atmosphere and not so much about any deep, well-crafted plot or character development.

    At almost two hours, the film is paced in a more casual way, and this easily fits into what we call the "slow burn". Those seeking action and excitement will be bored, so please enter with the proper mindset. Instead of action, we are sumptuously provided with a feast of color, neon that can only be compared to "Death Spa" or perhaps "Inherent Vice". This rarity of color is even more striking given that the director claims to be color blind.

    The overall tone is weird, or as some have termed it "alien". You can never put your finger on it, but something is off, which (for me) makes it all the more appealing. Today the term "Lynchian" is criminally abused and overused, but it may be apt here: I kept thinking this was a perfect companion for "Mulholland Drive", though I would be hard-pressed to actually explain why.

    The music is electronic, occasionally atonal. This is a growing trend that I hope continues to grow. Artists like Diasterpiece ("It Follows") have picked up the mantle left behind by John Carpenter, Tangerine Dream and others. In this case, the music is even more jarring than ever before and really takes on a life of its own.

    Elle Fanning is incredible, and she is quickly overshadowing her sister. Perhaps it is not fair to compare the two, but it seems inevitable. Keanu Reeves is very reserved, which is quite refreshing. His name may suggest an "over the top" approach, but that is far from the case here. And special mention must be made of Jena Malone, who is perhaps one of the top actresses in the business today (though her scenes seem to keep getting cut from films). Malone delivers what is likely to be the most disturbing love scene of her career, but given her propensity for strange films, you never know.

    Broad Green Pictures is releasing the film on blu-ray on September 27. It is a must-see and probably only gains in power upon repeat viewings. The disc includes an audio commentary with Fanning and the director.
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    • Sep 19, 2016

    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 24, 2016 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Belgium
      • Denmark
      • France
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Неоновий демон
    • Filming locations
      • Canfield-Moreno Estate - 1923 Micheltorena Street, Silver Lake, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Space Rocket Nation
      • Vendian Entertainment
      • Bold Films
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $7,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,333,124
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $589,014
      • Jun 26, 2016
    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,377,430
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 57 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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