What is Coup de Torchon?
Coup de Torchon is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Release date
- Nov 4, 1981
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Drama
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Coup de Torchon is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Drama.
Should you watch it?
“A disgraced police chief seeks redemption, turning to extreme measures in a bleak colonial town.”
- Sharp social satire set in colonial Africa
- Bertrand Tavernier’s direction blends humor with moral darkness
- Strong performance by a tormented police chief
- Its bleak tone may deter viewers seeking light entertainment
- Pacing can feel deliberate and slow
Watch it if you appreciate morally ambiguous characters and darkly comic crime dramas.
The film’s grim violence and cynical humor make it suitable for mature audiences.
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Who directed Coup de Torchon?
The film was directed by French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier.
Where is the story set?
It takes place in a small town in French West Africa, a shift from the novel’s original Southern U.S. setting.
What genres describe the film?
It combines comedy, crime, drama, and existential thriller elements.
When was the film released?
Coup de Torchon premiered in France on 11 April 1981.
Is the movie based on a book?
Yes, it adapts Jim Thompson’s hard‑boiled novel Pop. 1280, relocated to an African setting.
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