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The Counterfeiters

January 1, 2010 2h 1m 4.7/10 (28 votes)

Originally released in 2010. The Counterfeiters is a war/tv movie film. directed by Benoît Jacquot. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Melvil Poupaud, Patrick Mille, and Jules-Angelo Bigarnet

Synopsis

The plot revolves around Bernard – a schoolfriend of Olivier's who is preparing for his bac – discovering he is a bastard and taking this as a welcome pretext for running away from home. He spends a night in Olivier's bed (where Olivier describes a recent visit to a prostitute and how he did not find the experience very enjoyable). After Bernard steals the suitcase belonging to Edouard, Olivier's uncle, and the ensuing complications, he is made Edouard's secretary. Olivier is jealous and ends up in the hands of the cynical and downright diabolical Comte de Passavant, who travels with him to the Mediterranean.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2010 16 years ago
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Runtime 2h 1m 121 minutes total
User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (28 votes)
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Language French Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Counterfeiters about?

The plot revolves around Bernard – a schoolfriend of Olivier's who is preparing for his bac – discovering he is a bastard and taking this as a welcome pretext for running away from home. He spe...

Who directed The Counterfeiters?

The Counterfeiters was directed by Benoît Jacquot.

How long is The Counterfeiters?

The Counterfeiters has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).

When was The Counterfeiters released?

The Counterfeiters was released on January 1, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Counterfeiters?

The main cast of The Counterfeiters includes Melvil Poupaud, Patrick Mille, Jules-Angelo Bigarnet, Maxime Berger, Laurence Cordier.