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Synonyms

Original title: Synonymes
  • 20192019
  • UnratedUnrated
  • 2h 3m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
5.8K
YOUR RATING
Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
Watch ’Bande-annonce [OV]’
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15 Photos
  • Comedy
  • Drama
A young Israeli man absconds to Paris to flee his nationality, aided by his trusty Franco-Israeli dictionary.A young Israeli man absconds to Paris to flee his nationality, aided by his trusty Franco-Israeli dictionary.A young Israeli man absconds to Paris to flee his nationality, aided by his trusty Franco-Israeli dictionary.
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
5.8K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Nadav Lapid
  • Writers
    • Nadav Lapid(screenplay)
    • Haim Lapid(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Tom Mercier
    • Quentin Dolmaire
    • Louise Chevillotte
Top credits
  • Director
    • Nadav Lapid
  • Writers
    • Nadav Lapid(screenplay)
    • Haim Lapid(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Tom Mercier
    • Quentin Dolmaire
    • Louise Chevillotte
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 42User reviews
    • 95Critic reviews
    • 84Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 25 nominations

    Videos3

    Bande-annonce [OV]
    Trailer 1:42
    Bande-annonce [OV]
    Synonyms
    Trailer 1:54
    Synonyms
    SYNONYMS - official US trailer
    Trailer 1:54
    SYNONYMS - official US trailer

    Photos15

    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier, Quentin Dolmaire, and Louise Chevillotte in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier and Louise Chevillotte in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier, Quentin Dolmaire, and Louise Chevillotte in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier in Synonyms (2019)
    Tom Mercier and Quentin Dolmaire in Synonyms (2019)
    Nadav Lapid in Synonyms (2019)
    Nadav Lapid and Louise Chevillotte in Synonyms (2019)

    Top cast

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    Tom Mercier
    Tom Mercier
    • Yoavas Yoav
    Quentin Dolmaire
    Quentin Dolmaire
    • Emileas Emile
    Louise Chevillotte
    Louise Chevillotte
    • Carolineas Caroline
    Uria Hayik
    Uria Hayik
    • Yaronas Yaron
    Olivier Loustau
    Olivier Loustau
    • Michelas Michel
    Yehuda Almagor
    • Yoav's Fatheras Yoav's Father
    Gaya Von Schwarze
    • Tamaras Tamar
    Gal Amitai
    • Eyalas Eyal
    Idan Ashkenazi
    • Roeyas Roey
    Dolev Ohana
    • Amitas Amit
    Liron Baranes
    • Officeras Officer
    Erwan Ribard
    • Tolgaas Tolga
    Yawen Ribard
    • Tolga's Sonas Tolga's Son
    Iman Amara-Korba
    • Yasminaas Yasmina
    Sébastien Robinet
    • Police Agentas Police Agent
    Damien Carlet
    • Cello Playeras Cello Player
    Ron Bitterman
    • Army Commanderas Army Commander
    Naor Nachmani
    • Jeep Driveras Jeep Driver
    • Director
      • Nadav Lapid
    • Writers
      • Nadav Lapid(screenplay)
      • Haim Lapid(screenplay)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Film debut of Tom Mercier.
    • Goofs
      A cable man can be spotted on Michel's helmet in the close-up shots of him riding the motorcycle.
    • Quotes

      French Teacher: 1905. If you remember one date, that one! The separation of church and state. Secular, secular, secular. In France, no one asks you your religion. In France, no one talks about their religion. Two months ago, a man prayed out on the lawn. The janitor took a photo. We dealt with him. Here, no money goes to religions. No money to churches, mosques or synagogues. Money is for education, not religion. Because there is no religion. Because there is no god. Because god does not exist.

    • Connections
      Referenced in Evening Urgant: Nikolay Rastorguev/Igor Matvienko (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      Concerto in E Minor for Violoncello and Orchestra Op. 85
      Composed by Edward Elgar

      Performed by Maria Kliegel and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

    User reviews42

    Review
    Top review
    5/10
    Disappointing
    Yoav (Tom Mercier) is a young Israeli man who has recently arrived in Paris with the intention of becoming a French citizen and renouncing his Israeli identity. Upon his arrival, he befriends a young couple: Emile (Quentin Dolmaire) and Caroline (Louise Chevillotte).

    "Synonyms" has an enjoyable, cosmopolitan vibe. There are also some interesting scenes in which Yoav is participating in language classes that immerse new French citizens. Unfortunately, there are too many limitations in the film that diminish the viewing.

    It is clear that Yoav has mental health issues but there isn't enough background given about him to help sympathize with his plight. There is also little to no information on why he hates Israel so much and wants to abandon his family. A scene between Yoav and a family member was touching but too brief.

    Overall, too much in the film does not make sense. - dbamateurcritic
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    • proud_luddite
    • Dec 26, 2019

    FAQ1

    • Is there any chance that someone of you could know name or brand of this oustanding yellow/mustard, coat he is wearing through the movie?Thank you for caring.

    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 25, 2019 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • France
      • Israel
      • Germany
    • Official sites
      • Kino Lorber (United States)
      • Komplizen Film (Germany)
    • Languages
      • French
      • Hebrew
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Synonymes
    • Filming locations
      • Place Saint-Sulpice, Paris, France
    • Production companies
      • SBS Films
      • Pie Films
      • Komplizen Film
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $206,003
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $17,891
      • Oct 27, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $501,223
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 3 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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