Shoot the Piano Player
"François Truffaut, Brilliant Director Who Gave You the Award Winning "The 400 Blows", Now Brings to the Screen a Fascinating New Work That Plays in Many Keys...All of Them Delightful!"
Originally released in 1960. Shoot the Piano Player is a drama/thriller film. directed by François Truffaut. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, and Nicole Berger
Synopsis
Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape. Soon Charlie and Lena, a waitress at the same bar, face trouble when the gangsters arrive, looking for his brothers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 25, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (428 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Aznavour
as Charlie Kohler/Edouard Saroyan
Marie Dubois
as Léna
Nicole Berger
as Thérèse Saroyan
Michèle Mercier
as Clarisse
Serge Davri
as Plyne
Claude Mansard
as Momo
Richard Kanayan
as Fido Saroyan
Albert Rémy
as Chico Saroyan
Jean-Jacques Aslanian
as Richard Saroyan
Daniel Boulanger
as Ernest
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films de la Pléiade
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoot the Piano Player about?
Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the r...
Who directed Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player was directed by François Truffaut.
How long is Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Shoot the Piano Player released?
Shoot the Piano Player was released on November 25, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shoot the Piano Player?
The main cast of Shoot the Piano Player includes Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, Nicole Berger, Michèle Mercier, Serge Davri.
Is Shoot the Piano Player worth watching?
Shoot the Piano Player has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 428 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.