Playing Dead
Originally released in 2013. Playing Dead is a comedy film. directed by Jean-Paul Salomé.
Starring François Damiens, Géraldine Nakache, and Lucien Jean-Baptiste
Synopsis
Jean, a forty-year-old struggling, out-of-work actor has hit rock bottom. Although open to any kind of work, he can't get a break. At the unemployment office, his counselor has a rather odd proposal: he can get a job helping the police reconstruct crime scenes, by standing in for the dead victim. Jean's obsession for detail impresses the detectives, allowing him to take a leading role in a sensitive investigation in Megève ski resort, during low season, after a series of murders
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 11, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (137 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Diaphana Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playing Dead about?
Jean, a forty-year-old struggling, out-of-work actor has hit rock bottom. Although open to any kind of work, he can't get a break. At the unemployment office, his counselor has a rather odd proposa...
Who directed Playing Dead?
Playing Dead was directed by Jean-Paul Salomé.
How long is Playing Dead?
Playing Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Playing Dead released?
Playing Dead was released on December 11, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Playing Dead?
The main cast of Playing Dead includes François Damiens, Géraldine Nakache, Lucien Jean-Baptiste, Anne Le Ny, Nanou Garcia.
Is Playing Dead worth watching?
Playing Dead has a user rating of 5.4/10 based on 137 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.