Max & Bobo movie poster

Max & Bobo

October 21, 1998 1h 20m

Originally released in 1998. Max & Bobo is a drama/comedy film. directed by Frédéric Fonteyne. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Alfredo Pea, Jan Hammenecker, and Jean-Marie Petiniot

Synopsis

Max is a Sicilian living in Brussels who makes a living as a hairdresser. His flourishing business goes bankrupt when he gets hairdresser's eczema overnight. He loses his customers and his wife. What is more, he is in trouble with the law. At the police station, he encounters heavyweight Bobo who asks him for all his money. When Max refuses, Bobo gets the impression that he must be tough. In reality, he just wants to be left alone. In his good old days, Max never cared for anyone, so now there is no one he can turn to. Bobo, who spent all his life in foster homes and youth centers, seems to be the only one to care for him. Together they devise a plan to find some quick money. Bobo's idea is to rob a jewelry store.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 21, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country France + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Artémis Productions
  • Lazennec Films
  • Samsa Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Max & Bobo about?

Max is a Sicilian living in Brussels who makes a living as a hairdresser. His flourishing business goes bankrupt when he gets hairdresser's eczema overnight. He loses his customers and his wife. Wh...

Who directed Max & Bobo?

Max & Bobo was directed by Frédéric Fonteyne.

How long is Max & Bobo?

Max & Bobo has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Max & Bobo released?

Max & Bobo was released on October 21, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Max & Bobo?

The main cast of Max & Bobo includes Alfredo Pea, Jan Hammenecker, Jean-Marie Petiniot, Ludo Busschots, Nathalie Laroche.