The Suicide Shop (2012) movie poster

The Suicide Shop (2012)

Le Magasin des suicides
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ThumbScore
👍 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 71% (RT: 71%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyAnimationMusic

Where to Watch

No streaming options currently available in the US.
Director
Runtime
1h 19m
Country
Belgium, France, Canada
Language
French
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (621 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
71%
Cast
Bernard Alane as Mishima Tuvache (voice)
Isabelle Spade as Lucrèce Tuvache (voice)
Kacey Mottet Klein as Alan Tuvache (voice)
Isabelle Giami as Marilyn Tuvache (voice)
Laurent Gendron as Vincent Tuvache (voice)
Pierre-François Martin-Laval as Handsome Boy (voice)
Eric Métayer as Psychiatrist / Homeless Man (voice)
Jacques Mathou as Mr. Calmel / Mr. Dead for Two (voice)
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 621 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 71%.
Overview
In a cold French city where suicide is a common urge, there is a colorful shop, managed for many years by the Tuvache family, where it is very easy to obtain the necessary tools to satisfy the sinister desires of so many depressed citizens. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of The Suicide Shop, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Bernard Alane spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Suicide Shop is a 2012 comedy, animation, music film directed by Patrice Leconte. In a cold French city where suicide is a common urge, there is a colorful shop, managed for many years by the Tuvache family, where it is very easy to obtain the necessary tools to satisfy the sinister desires of so many depressed citizens. The film has been rated by 621 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Suicide Shop delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Suicide Shop (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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