Mina Tannenbaum (1994)

The film tells the story of two girls who are of totally different character. They know each other since their childhood and were friends until they became teenagers. But growing up and ... See full summary »

Director:

Martine Dugowson

Writer:

Martine Dugowson

Stars:

Romane Bohringer, Elsa Zylberstein, Florence Thomassin

2 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Romane Bohringer	...	Mina Tannenbaum
Elsa Zylberstein	...	Ethel Benegui
Florence Thomassin	...	The cousin
Jean-Philippe Écoffey	...	Jacques Dana
Eric Defosse	...	Serge
Nils Tavernier	...	François
Stéphane Slima	...	Didier
Chantal Krief	...	Delsy
Jany Gastaldi	...	Gisele
Dumitru Furdui	...	Henri
Harry Cleven	...	Gerard
Hugues Quester	...	Choumachere
Alexandre von Sivers	...	Devas
Artus de Penguern	...	Naschich
Toni Cecchinato	...	Le gitan

Storyline

The film tells the story of two girls who are of totally different character. They know each other since their childhood and were friends until they became teenagers. But growing up and becoming adults they go different ways.

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Plot Keywords:

friendship | artist | suicide | character name in title

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

Netherlands France Belgium

Language:

French

Release Date:

26 May 1995 (USA)

Also Known As:

Englene over Paris

Filming Locations:

Paris, France

Box Office

Gross:

$104,767 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Belbo BV, Christian Bourgois Productions, IMA Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

124 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.66 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Features Of Human Bondage (1934)

User Reviews

Powerful

This film follows the relationship of two Jewish students living in Paris, and how their initially deep friendship gradually drifts apart. It is powerful and will remind some viewers of the natural (albeit sometimes very sad) loss of friendship. One girl (Ethel) tends to do quite well, whilst the other (Mina) is more sensitive and finds more difficulties in life, as she is very introvert. It concludes with a powerful climax.

I enjoyed every moment of this film, it is well directed, the acting is flawless, and it was a really moving, touching film. Perhaps ultimately emphasizing the importance of good friendships. Highly recommended!