Killing Zoe

Name: Killing Zoe
Director: Roger Avary
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1993-01-01
Duration: 96 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Eric Stoltz, Julie Delpy, Jean-Hugues Anglade, Tai Thai, Bruce Ramsay

1993Dir. Roger Avary1h 36m

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Runtime1h 36m

Released1993

Budget$1.5M

Box office$419K

DirectorRoger Avary

About This Movie

Killing Zoe has this gritty, almost chaotic vibe that really pulls you in. Roger Avary's direction captures Paris in a way that feels both glamorous and dangerously edgy. Eric's descent into heroin use creates this tension that permeates the entire film. It’s not just a heist movie; it’s about the dark side of human nature. The performances are raw—especially Eric's portrayal of a man spiraling out of control. The pacing is deliberate, letting the tension build before it explodes. Practical effects are present during the bank heist, giving it a grounded feel that’s sometimes missing in today’s CGI-heavy productions. It feels like a snapshot of the early '90s, both in style and substance.

DVD release includes commentary by Roger Avary.Available on Blu-ray with a restored transfer from the original film.Shot on location in Paris, providing an authentic backdrop.