París-Tombuctú
Originally released in 1999. París-Tombuctú is a comedy film. directed by Luis García Berlanga.
Starring Michel Piccoli, Concha Velasco, and Amparo Soler Leal
Synopsis
The frustration and vital weariness of Michel des Assantes, a prestigious plastic surgeon in Paris, is unbearable: he has a wife whom he does not love, a son who is foreign to him and friends whom he despises but, at the same time, he is incapable of taking his own life. One day, he buys a bike from a bizarre cyclist who was to make the Paris-Timbuktu route and sets out to make the journey: then, Timbuktu becomes for him the Promised Land.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 10, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Freedonia Films
- Anola Films
- Calabuch Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is París-Tombuctú about?
The frustration and vital weariness of Michel des Assantes, a prestigious plastic surgeon in Paris, is unbearable: he has a wife whom he does not love, a son who is foreign to him and friends whom ...
Who directed París-Tombuctú?
París-Tombuctú was directed by Luis García Berlanga.
How long is París-Tombuctú?
París-Tombuctú has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was París-Tombuctú released?
París-Tombuctú was released on September 10, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in París-Tombuctú?
The main cast of París-Tombuctú includes Michel Piccoli, Concha Velasco, Amparo Soler Leal, Juan Diego, Santiago Segura.