Pigalle
Synopsis
It's a grim world of prostitution, drug dens, transvestites, junkies and murderers. The seediest side of urban life is examined in this tragedy. The film follows the complex, interwoven lives of four characters as they live their harsh and gritty nocturnal lives on the city streets. The main characters are Fifi a pickpocket who is simultaneously involved with Divine, a transvestite hooker and Vera a peep show dancer who refuses to be a hooker. Vera lives with her would-be pimp Jesus le Gitan, a small-scale drug dealer. When the area riff-raff become embroiled in hostilities, two of main characters are slowly killed in horrible ways. Fifi is then left to avenge their deaths.
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Véra Briole
Véra
Francis Renaud
Fifi
Raymond Gil
Fernande
Blanca Li
Divine
Philippe Ambrosini
Malfait
Jean-Michel Fête
P'tit Fred
Patrick Chauvel
Jésus le Gitan
Jean Claude Grenier
l'Empereur
Jean-Jacques Jauffret
Marc-Antoine
Philippe Nahon
Lezzi
Ursula Deuker
Marlene
Jacky Bapps
Forceps
Bobby Pacha
Pacha
Younesse Boudache
Mustaf
Christian Saunier
Cri-Cri
Christian Auger
René
Olindo Cavadini
Polo
Roger Desprez
Roger l'Elégant
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Karim Dridi
- Screenplay & Story
- Karim Dridi
- Original Title
- Pigalle
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Delfilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Karim Dridi
Karim Dridi
John Mathieson
Lise Beaulieu
Karim Dridi, Romain Brémond
Department Leadership Roster
Karim Dridi
Director
Karim Dridi
Writer
Karim Dridi
Producer
Romain Brémond
Producer
John Mathieson
Director of Photography
Lise Beaulieu
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pigalle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pigalle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pigalle about?
It's a grim world of prostitution, drug dens, transvestites, junkies and murderers. The seediest side of urban life is examined in this tragedy. The film follows the complex, interwoven lives of four characters as they live their harsh and gritty nocturnal lives on the city streets. The main characters are Fifi a pickpocket who is simultaneously involved with Divine, a transvestite hooker and Vera a peep show dancer who refuses to be a hooker. Vera lives with her would-be pimp Jesus le Gitan, a small-scale drug dealer. When the area riff-raff become embroiled in hostilities, two of main characters are slowly killed in horrible ways. Fifi is then left to avenge their deaths.
Who directed Pigalle?
Pigalle was directed by Karim Dridi.
Who stars in Pigalle?
The principal cast of Pigalle includes Véra Briole, Francis Renaud, Raymond Gil, Blanca Li, Philippe Ambrosini.
When was Pigalle released and how long is it?
Pigalle was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.