Peugeot Barbecue
Barbecue-Pejo
Synopsis
A young peasant, Boubacar, owner of a corn field, wants to break free of his wretched existence and has an idea for a new job. He sells his field and uses the money to buy a broken-down old Peugeot 504 from an European couple. Boubacar wants to try his hand at being a bush taxi driver. But very soon, he sees that his dream cannot become reality : the engine of the old jalopy dies on him. Boubacar is ruined. His wife is forced into prostitution in the corn fields to meet the family's needs. But Boubacar is a resourceful, philosophical man. He strips the car down and uses the engine of the 504 as a barbecue to sell grilled corn in the streets. His hopes of being rich are renewed.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Odoutan
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Odoutan
- Original Title
- Barbecue-Pejo
- Country of Origin
- Benin, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Tabou-Tabac Films, 45 RDLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Odoutan
Jean Odoutan
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Jean Odoutan
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Jean Odoutan
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What is Peugeot Barbecue about?
A young peasant, Boubacar, owner of a corn field, wants to break free of his wretched existence and has an idea for a new job. He sells his field and uses the money to buy a broken-down old Peugeot 504 from an European couple. Boubacar wants to try his hand at being a bush taxi driver. But very soon, he sees that his dream cannot become reality : the engine of the old jalopy dies on him. Boubacar is ruined. His wife is forced into prostitution in the corn fields to meet the family's needs. But Boubacar is a resourceful, philosophical man. He strips the car down and uses the engine of the 504 as a barbecue to sell grilled corn in the streets. His hopes of being rich are renewed.
Who directed Peugeot Barbecue?
Peugeot Barbecue was directed by Jean Odoutan.
Who stars in Peugeot Barbecue?
The principal cast of Peugeot Barbecue includes Jean Odoutan, Laurentine Milebo, Gladys Agboliagbo, Olivia Agboliagbo, Didier Dorlipo.
When was Peugeot Barbecue released and how long is it?
Peugeot Barbecue was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.