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– Fred, a raffish safe blower, takes refuge in the Paris Metro after being chased by the henchmen of a..
Fred, a raffish safe blower, takes refuge in the Paris Metro after being chased by the henchmen of a shady businessman from whom he has just stolen some documents. While hiding out in the back rooms and conduits of the Metro, Fred encounters a subterranean society of eccentric characters and petty criminals. Despite being pursued by the henchmen, Fred finds the time to flirt with Héléna, blow a safe, rob a train, evade the hapless Metro police, and start a rock band
06 Nov 1985
French
Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.
Luc Besson
Luc Besson (dialogue), Luc Besson (scenario), Pierre Jolivet (scenario), Alain Le Henry (scenario), Marc Perrier (dialogue), Marc Perrier (scenario), Sophie Schmit (scenario)
Isabelle Adjani, Christopher Lambert, Richard Bohringer, Michel Galabru
Fred is living in the Paris Metro system. He is blackmailing Helena, whose safe he has robbed. Fred has various 'friends' all living in this sureal setting. The Roller is a rollerskating bag snatcher and Big Bill is a 'strongman'. The blackmail and Freds relationship with Helena and her heavies make up the bulk of the plot but on the side are Freds attempts to start a band using buskers from the Metro.
Nominated for 1 BAFTA Film Award. Another 3 wins & 11 nominations.
Gaumont