Zanzibar (1989) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Zanzibar (1989) — In this "inside look" at French filmmaking, Marechal - who is a has-been director -
Zanzibar (1989) Storyline
In this "inside look" at French filmmaking, Marechal - who is a has-been director - a producer, Vito Catene and Camile Dor, a big-name actress, have agreed to make a film about drugs, but don't have a story, financing, or any of the other elements needed to make it. This doesn't stop them; they cobble together the financing and begin shooting anyway. The producer is very fond of the leading actress, and when she gets hooked on drugs for real in the course of shooting what he feels to be a farcical imitation of a film, he gives up his shares in the film and heads off for the back of beyond (Zanzibar) to lick his wounds. To add insult to injury, the film winds up being a critical and commercial success.
Full Cast & Crew
- Fabienne Babe as Actress Camille Dor
- André Marcon as Producer Vito Catene
- Francis Girod as Director Marshal
- Dominique Maurin as Rémy
- Marie-Armelle Deguy as Nicole
- Teco Celio as Bruno
- Raymond Jourdan as Samuel
- Axel Bogousslavsky as Valentin
- Valérie Schlumberger as Pascale
- Christian Pereira as Leguay
- Xavier Marchand as Hippolyte
- Lucile Flèche as Suzanne
- Alain Stern as Sound engineer
- Pierre-Alain Chapuis as Decoration chef
- Piched Sillapasart as Servant
Why Watch Zanzibar?
The Vibe: Zanzibar is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1989. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.4/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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