Shoot the Piano Player
movie
François Truffaut, Brilliant Director Who Gave You the Award Winning "The 400 Blows", Now Brings to the Screen a Fascinating New Work That Plays in Many Keys...All of Them Delightful!
Released November 25, 1960
Overview
Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape. Soon Charlie and Lena, a waitress at the same bar, face trouble when the gangsters arrive, looking for his brothers.
Runtime
1h 25m
Origin Country
France
Original Language
French
Original Title
Tirez sur le pianiste
Status
Released
Production Countries
- France
Spoken Languages
- Français (French)
Production Companies
- no logo available
Les Films de la Pléiade
France
