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Stand-by (2000): Cast

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Stand-by is a 2000 drama directed by Roch Stéphanik, starring Roschdy Zem as Marco, Patrick Catalifo and Jean-Luc Bideau. It runs 2 hours 5 minutes.

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Stand-by (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 5m (125 min)
Director
Roch Stéphanik
Genre
Drama
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Stand-by About?

The premise of Stand-by without spoilers.

After her husband declares he wants a divorce just before their flight to Argentina, a woman refuses to return to her sister and instead takes up residence in the airport. Emotionally shaken, she survives by working as a prostitute, turning the terminal into her home. Over time she befriends Marco, a café employee, forging an unlikely connection amid the bustling terminals.

Stand-by Themes & Keywords

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  • husband
  • woman
  • stewardess
  • sex
  • self esteem
  • prostitute
  • power
  • money
  • marriage
  • husband wife relationship
  • doctor
  • cafe
+3 more
  • airport
  • airplane
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

Stand-by Cast & Characters

Roschdy Zem leads the cast as Marco, with Patrick Catalifo as Gérard and Jean-Luc Bideau as The Swiss customer. Directed by Roch Stéphanik; 8 actors are credited in all.

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Stand-by FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Stand-by?

Stand-by runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

When was Stand-by released?

Stand-by was released on May 29, 2000.

Who directed Stand-by?

Stand-by was directed by Roch Stéphanik.

Who is in the cast of Stand-by?

Stand-by stars Roschdy Zem as Marco, Patrick Catalifo as Gérard and Jean-Luc Bideau as The Swiss customer, among 8 credited actors.

Does Stand-by have a post-credit scene?

No. Stand-by has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Stand-by in?

The original language of Stand-by is French.

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