The Overeater
Originally released in 2003. The Overeater is a crime/drama film. directed by Thierry Binisti.
Starring Éric Cantona, Rachida Brakni, and Caroline Silhol
Synopsis
Séléna is chief of the Marseille police. Respected and feared by his men, his sole enemy seems to be himself, along with his 300 pounds. Strangled by the bursting straight-jacket of his body, tortured by his past, he leads a solitary life in a large isolated house. Séléna is the only person who knows that Elsa was guilty of the murder of her uncle, a wealthy shipowner. Fascinated by the young woman’s beauty, he offers her a strange deal: in exchange for his silence, he demands that she dines with him every night for a year.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 16, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Éric Cantona
as Le commissaire Séléna
Rachida Brakni
as Elsa
Caroline Silhol
as Anne Lachaume
Richard Bohringer
as Émile Lachaume
Jocelyn Quivrin
as Marc Brisset
Jean-Michel Noirey
as Benoît Collet
Hubert Saint-Macary
as Le juge Salabert
Valérie Messas
as Clara Gauthier
Lucien Jean-Baptiste
as Le légiste
Richard Guedj
as Le médecin de l'hôpital
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Film Par Film
- TPS Star
- TF1 Films Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Overeater about?
Séléna is chief of the Marseille police. Respected and feared by his men, his sole enemy seems to be himself, along with his 300 pounds. Strangled by the bursting straight-jacket of his body, tor...
Who directed The Overeater?
The Overeater was directed by Thierry Binisti.
How long is The Overeater?
The Overeater has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Overeater released?
The Overeater was released on July 16, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Overeater?
The main cast of The Overeater includes Éric Cantona, Rachida Brakni, Caroline Silhol, Richard Bohringer, Jocelyn Quivrin.