---
title: "Coffee and Cigarettes"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/coffee-and-cigarettes-2004"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 883
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Coffee and Cigarettes (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/coffee-and-cigarettes-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Coffee and Cigarettes is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Smokescreen, Asmik Ace Entertainment, BiM Distribuzione. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A quirky anthology where strangers bond over coffee and cigarettes."

### Why Watch
- Features a star‑studded ensemble
- Explores everyday obsessions with wit
- Distinct visual style by Jim Jarmusch

### Caveats & Content Note
- Its fragmented structure may feel disjointed
- Some vignettes are brief and lack resolution
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s adult conversations about smoking and coffee make it best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: conversational, offbeat, intimate, humorous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/coffee-and-cigarettes-2004#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jim Jarmusch
- **Networks / Studios**: Smokescreen, Asmik Ace Entertainment, BiM Distribuzione

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Roberto Benigni** as *Roberto (segment "Strange to Meet You")*
- **Steven Wright** as *Steven (segment "Strange to Meet You")*
- **Joie Lee** as *Good Twin (segment "Twins")*
- **Cinqué Lee** as *Evil Twin (segment "Twins") / Kitchen Guy (segment "Jack...")*
- **Steve Buscemi** as *Danny (segment "Twins")*
- **Iggy Pop** as *Iggy (segment "Somewhere in California")*
- **Tom Waits** as *Tom (segment "Somewhere in California")*
- **Joseph Rigano** as *Joe (segment "Those Things'll Kill Ya")*
- **Vinny Vella** as *Vinny (segment "Those Things'll Kill Ya")*
- **Vinny Vella, Jr.** as *Vinny Jr. (segment "Those Things'll Kill Ya")*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the structure of the film?
It consists of eleven separate vignettes, each centered on characters drinking coffee and smoking cigarettes.

### Q: Who directed Coffee and Cigarettes?
The film was directed by Jim Jarmusch.

### Q: When was Coffee and Cigarettes released?
It was released in the United States on May 14, 2004.

### Q: What themes does the film explore?
It examines everyday obsessions, joys and addictions through casual conversation.

### Q: Does the film feature well‑known actors?
Yes, it includes performances by actors such as Roberto Benigni, Steve Buscemi and Steven Wright.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Coffee and Cigarettes — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/883)
- [Kafe a cigára – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kafe_a_cig%C3%A1ra)
- [Coffee and Cigarettes - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffee_and_Cigarettes)
- [Káva a cigarety [Coffee and Cigarettes] (1987): Obsazení, herci…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/129213-kava-a-cigarety/tvurci)
- [Kafe a cigára / Coffee and Cigarettes (2003)](https://www.sms.cz/film/kafe-a-cigara)

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