Chameleon
Caméléone
Synopsis
After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a much older American ex-con. After committing the murder, the fleeing and frightened Lea is saved by Paris paper boys Jean and Luc. Later she tells her sad story to hard-drinking Moskowitz, a middle-aged cop who secretly desires her. His unrequited love leads to tragedy. Meanwhile, Lea continues living with Francis, but also shacks up with Luc while trying to avoid the jealous cop.
Top Cast
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Chiara Mastroianni
Léa
Jackie Berroyer
Moskowitz
Seymour Cassel
Francis
Antoine Chappey
Luc
Alban Guitteny
Jean
Julien Collet
Julien
Edward Bunker
Sid Dembo
Sandrine Dumas
Eva
Marilyne Canto
Esther, boss of the bar
Philippe van Herwijnen
Killer
François Guérif
Patron of the Soleil
Dominique Camara
Client of the Soleil
Jean-René de Fleurieu
Photograph
Dan Herzberg
Night owl
Nicolas Leouzon
Bartender
Ta Kim
Chinese waiter
Eric Pajand
Flower seller
Zinedine Soualem
Gas station attendant
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benoît Cohen
- Screenplay & Story
- Alban Guitteny, Hilton McConnico, Benoît Cohen, François Guérif
- Original Title
- Caméléone
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benoît Cohen
Alban Guitteny, Hilton McConnico, Benoît Cohen, François Guérif
Paulo Branco
Department Leadership Roster
Alban Guitteny
Writer
Hilton McConnico
Writer
Benoît Cohen
Writer
Benoît Cohen
Director
François Guérif
Writer
Paulo Branco
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chameleon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Chameleon about?
After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a much older American ex-con. After committing the murder, the fleeing and frightened Lea is saved by Paris paper boys Jean and Luc. Later she tells her sad story to hard-drinking Moskowitz, a middle-aged cop who secretly desires her. His unrequited love leads to tragedy. Meanwhile, Lea continues living with Francis, but also shacks up with Luc while trying to avoid the jealous cop.
Who directed Chameleon?
Chameleon was directed by Benoît Cohen.
Who stars in Chameleon?
The principal cast of Chameleon includes Chiara Mastroianni, Jackie Berroyer, Seymour Cassel, Antoine Chappey, Alban Guitteny.
When was Chameleon released and how long is it?
Chameleon was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.