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99 Francs (2007)

“I'm the most influential bastard in 2000 years.”

6.7/10 · 834 votes 1h 44m pg-13 ComedyDrama

#100 of 208 films from 2007 #1314 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Jan Kounen · Written by Frédéric Beigbeder, Nicolas Charlet, Bruno Lavaine

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Overview

Paris, France, 2001. Octave Parango, a young advertiser working at the Ross & Witchcraft advertising agency, lives a suicidal existence, ruled by cynicism, irresponsibility and debauchery. The obstacles he will encounter in developing a campaign for a new yogurt brand will force him to face the meaning of his work and the way he manages his relationship with those who orbit around his egotistic lifestyle.

Cast

Jean Dujardinas Octave Parango
Jocelyn Quivrinas Charlie Dagout
Patrick Milleas Jeff Marolles
Vahina Giocanteas Sophie
Elisa Tovatias Tamara
Nicolas Mariéas Alfred Duler
Dominique Bettenfeldas Jean-Christian Gagnant
Antoine Basleras Marc Maronnier
Fosco Perintias Giovanni Di Toro
Cendrine Orcieras Fabienne
Dan Herzbergas Steven
Arsène Moscaas Dealer
Niels Dubostas Groobad Father
Aurélie Boquienas Groobad Mother

Facts

Release dateSeptember 26, 2007
Runtime104 min (1h 44m) — about the same as the 2007 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageFR
Budget$13,442,285
Box office$12,500,000 (0.9× budget)
IMDbtt0875113

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Questions

How long is 99 Francs?
99 Francs runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is 99 Francs worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 834 votes, which places it #100 of 208 films released in 2007 in this index (top 52%) and #1314 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed 99 Francs?
99 Francs was directed by Jan Kounen. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dobermann (1997).
Who stars in 99 Francs?
Jean Dujardin as Octave Parango; Jocelyn Quivrin as Charlie Dagout; Patrick Mille as Jeff Marolles; Vahina Giocante as Sophie; Elisa Tovati as Tamara; Nicolas Marié as Alfred Duler.
What is 99 Francs rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for 99 Francs?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/75477.

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