Vidocq (2001) movie poster

Vidocq (2001)

"To look into his mask was to lose your soul."
ThumbScore
👍 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 65% (RT: 65%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyActionThrillerCrimeScience FictionMystery

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Director
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (567 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
65%
Cast
Guillaume Canet as Etienne Boisset
Inés Sastre as Preah
André Dussollier as Lautrennes
Édith Scob as Sylvia
Moussa Maaskri as Nimier
Jean-Pierre Gos as Tauzet
Isabelle Renauld as Marine Lafitte
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 567 votes. Critics gave it 65%.
Overview
Paris, 1830. In the heart of the town, Vidocq, a famous detective, disappears as he fights the Alchemist, an assassin that he has been pursuing for a few months. His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, decides to avenge Vidocq's death and takes the investigation on... Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Vidocq was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Pitof cited several classic fantasy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Vidocq is a 2001 fantasy, action, thriller film directed by Pitof. Paris, 1830. In the heart of the town, Vidocq, a famous detective, disappears as he fights the Alchemist, an assassin that he has been pursuing for a few months.

His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, decides to avenge Vidocq's death and takes the investigation on. The film has been rated by 567 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a fantasy film, Vidocq 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. Vidocq (2001) 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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