Project Detail

Simon is Waiting

Synopsis

Two hours in the life of a British actor who has moved to LA to star in an American TV show, as he waits for the results of a medical test.

Details

Year
2016
Type of film
Features
Director
Andrew Haigh
Producer
Tristan Goligher
Screenwriter
Andrew Haigh

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Production Status

Production Company

Film4

124 Horseferry Road
London
SW1P 2TX

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