Bob le Flambeur

Bob le Flambeur

Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville

Produced by Productions Cyme, Mondial

1956103 min7.3 / 10

A stylish, character-driven crime caper set in postwar Paris that balances charm and camaraderie with the melancholy of a gambler's inevitable downfall.

In Paris, Bob Montagne is practically synonymous with gambling -- and winning. He is kind, classy and well-liked by virtually everyone in town, including police inspector Ledru. However, when Bob's luck turns sour, he begins to lose friends and makes the most desperate gamble of his life: to rob the Deauville casino during Grand Prix weekend, when the vaults are full. Unfortunately, Bob soon learns that the game is rigged and the cops are on to him.

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  • Is Bob le Flambeur sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Bob le Flambeur easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Is Bob le Flambeur violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Does Bob le Flambeur end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Bob le Flambeur scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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73/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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Distinctly its own thing.

Rarity86

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Surprise54

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Love80

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Nearest across the full emotional profile.

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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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