IMDb RATING
7.3/10
3.3K
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A story of an odd friendship - and the unexpected consequences.A story of an odd friendship - and the unexpected consequences.A story of an odd friendship - and the unexpected consequences.
- Awards
- 5 wins & 7 nominations total
Agnès Soral
- Lola
- (as Agnes Soral)
Philippe Léotard
- Bauer
- (as Philippe Leotard)
Mohamed Ben Smaïl
- Mahmoud
- (as Ben Smail)
Mickaël Pichet
- Mickey
- (as Mickael Paul)
Vincent Michel Paul Filliatre
- Momo
- (as Michel Paul)
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Did you know
- TriviaThe title "Tchao, Pantin" became a very well-known expression in France to define a comedian's spectacular dramatic breakthrough, in reference to Coluche who only starred in comedies prior to the film and earned the César for his performance. The term can also be used in a derogatory way when a comedian's dramatic film fails to achieve the same success and then gets dismissed as a wannabe "Tchao pantin".
- ConnectionsFeatured in Un jour, un destin: La face cachée de Coluche (2008)
- SoundtracksLes Nuits sont trop Longues
Music by Charlélie Couture
Lyrics by Charlélie Couture
Performed by Charlélie Couture
Featured review
"Tchao Pantin" is a great movie. Its characters are all down to earth and have real feelings. Lambert, the burn-out alcoholic who works at the gas station befriends Bensoussan, a small-time pusher. The story goes on about their friendship, but breaks off into a new level when Bensoussan is killed. Lambert's not sure to risk his life and avenge him, but the perseverance of Bensoussan's latest girlfriend, Lola, convinces him. Even though the movie might run a little slow at times, it nevertheless exceeds in giving off exciting vibes (action and great dialogue). It's an interesting movie about a somewhat awkward relationship, but it works. It's the best thing about it. Side note, I'm just a little confused about the title and what it stands for. Anyway, you should really check it out, and you might even see an adaptation of it in a few years.
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- Nov 20, 2001
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