Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Music documentary

Public Telephone (1980): Cast

Public Telephone (1980) movie poster

Public Telephone is a 1980 music documentary directed by Jean-Marie Périer, starring Louis Bertignac, Richard Kolinka and Jean-Louis Aubert. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes.

Loading streaming availability…
Public Telephone (1980) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Genres
Documentary , Music
Original language
French
Studio
Gaumont
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Public Telephone About?

The premise of Public Telephone without spoilers.

Téléphone rose to French‑rock fame, selling 300,000 albums by 1979. Formed on Dec 16 1976 at a surprise concert in Paris's American Center, the self‑taught quartet—Jean‑Louis Aubert, Louis Bertignac, Richard Kolinka, Corinne Marienneau—defied trends. Hits include “Métro c’est trop,” “La bombe humaine,” and “Crache ton venin.” Director Jean‑Marie Périer captures concerts at Palais des Sports and Fête de l’Humanité and backstage moments, using Dolby Stereo to convey the band’s vitality.

Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

Public Telephone Cast

Louis Bertignac leads the cast, with Richard Kolinka and Jean-Louis Aubert. Directed by Jean-Marie Périer; 4 actors are credited in all.

Seen Public Telephone?

FAQ

Public Telephone FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Public Telephone, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Public Telephone?

Public Telephone runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Public Telephone released?

Public Telephone was released on May 24, 1980.

Who directed Public Telephone?

Public Telephone was directed by Jean-Marie Périer.

More films by Jean-Marie Périer

Who is in the cast of Public Telephone?

Public Telephone stars Louis Bertignac, Richard Kolinka and Jean-Louis Aubert, among 4 credited actors.

Does Public Telephone have a post-credit scene?

No. Public Telephone has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Public Telephone in?

The original language of Public Telephone is French.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app