The Villain
Le Vilain
With gun-toting rivals on his tail, a daring bank robber takes refuge in the quiet residential street here he grew up and where his mother, Maniette, still lives. An unscrupulous property developer, Korazy, is buying up the neighborhood to turn it into a gleaming new banking district, but to her son's disgust Maniette leads the inhabitants resistance. Her ingenious methods provoke her boy's admiration, but he fights back with sneaky traps and underhand tricks when Maniette tries to force him to do the right thing just once in his life.
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Where can I watch The Villain in the United States?
The Villain is not streaming in the United States right now, though it is available in France, the Netherlands, Romania, and Greece. Track it in Limelight, and Limelight+ will notify you when it arrives on a service you pay for.
What are the ratings for The Villain?
The Villain scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Villain?
The Villain stars Albert Dupontel, Catherine Frot, Bouli Lanners, Nicolas Marié, and Bernard Farcy. Albert Dupontel is the director.
How long is The Villain?
The Villain runs 1h 26m (86 minutes).
When did The Villain come out?
The Villain was released on November 25, 2009.
Which studio made The Villain?
The Villain was produced by ADCB Films, StudioCanal, and France 2 Cinéma in France.
What was the budget for The Villain?
The Villain was made on a budget of $8,616,269.
How much did The Villain make at the box office?
The Villain grossed $6,593,565 worldwide, against a budget of $8,616,269.
What language is The Villain in?
The Villain is in French, and its original title is Le Vilain.
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