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La bûche (2000): Cast & Ratings

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La bûche is a 2000 comedy drama directed by Danièle Thompson, starring Emmanuelle Béart and Sabine Azéma. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes. Critics gave it 66 on Metacritic.

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La bûche (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is La bûche About?

The premise of La bûche without spoilers.

Beneath the Parisian sky, a captivating romance develops between a spirited Romani woman and a melancholy poet. Their unique bond brings moments of joy and laughter, but their relationship is challenged by prejudice and societal expectations. The film explores themes of love, acceptance, and belonging in a poignant and humorous drama.

La bûche Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • christmas
  • pregnancy
  • singing
  • restaurant
  • grave
  • f rated
  • entertainment
  • dancing
  • entertainer
  • dancer
  • english
  • death
+38 more
  • performance
  • performer
  • violin
  • cell phone
  • french
  • france
  • skating rink
  • decoration
  • cemetery
  • procession
  • argument
  • reminiscing
  • subtitles
  • jewish
  • coffin
  • music band
  • singer
  • city park
  • watching tv
  • husband wife relationship
  • little boy
  • burial
  • market
  • butcher
  • christmas tree
  • little girl
  • santa claus
  • toy
  • applause
  • present
  • audience
  • candle
  • bar
  • hotel
  • gravestone
  • brassiere
  • neighbor
  • flowers
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Cast & crew

La bûche Cast

Emmanuelle Béart leads the cast, with Sabine Azéma. Directed by Danièle Thompson.

From the director

More from Danièle Thompson

More films directed by Danièle Thompson, best-rated first: Avenue Montaigne, Jet Lag, Cézanne et Moi and Cezanne and I.

Full filmography
Ratings

La bûche Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave La bûche 66 on Metacritic.

Cars

Cars in La bûche

18 cars on screen, including the 1997 BMW 5 Touring E39 and the 1986 Ford Escort MkIV.

All 18 cars
  • 1997 BMW 5 Touring E39 in La bûche 1997 BMW 5 Touring E39 Important role
  • 1986 Ford Escort MkIV in La bûche 1986 Ford Escort MkIV Important role
  • 1992 Volvo 240 in La bûche 1992 Volvo 240 Important role
  • Yamaha SR 125 in La bûche Yamaha SR 125 Important role
Details

La bûche Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Pranzo di Natale” and “Рождественский пирог”.

Also known as
  • Pranzo di Natale
  • Рождественский пирог
  • Três Irmãs
  • Різдвяний пиріг
  • 크리스마스 트리
  • Cena de Navidad

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FAQ

La bûche FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of La bûche, each answered in a sentence.

How long is La bûche?

La bûche runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was La bûche released?

La bûche was released on November 17, 2000.

Who directed La bûche?

La bûche was directed by Danièle Thompson.

More films by Danièle Thompson

Who is in the cast of La bûche?

La bûche stars Emmanuelle Béart and Sabine Azéma.

How is La bûche rated?

La bûche has 66 on Metacritic.

Does La bûche have a post-credit scene?

No. La bûche has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is La bûche in?

The original language of La bûche is Italian.

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