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Sale Destin 1987

★ 3.85 votes94 min📅 1987-01-14

In *Sale Destin (1987)*, Sylvain Madigan crafts a darkly comedic thriller that follows François Marboni, a butcher entangled in a sordid affair with Rachel, a prostitute who blackmails him relentlessly.

Director: Sylvain Madigan

Cast

Victor Lanoux
Victor Lanoux
François Marboni
Pauline Lafont
Pauline Lafont
Rachel
Marie Laforêt
Marie Laforêt
Marthe Marboni
Jacques Penot
Jacques Penot
Alexandre Ragueneau
Michel Aumont
Michel Aumont
Inspector Marchandon
Martin Lamotte
Martin Lamotte
Denis
Jean-François Stévenin
Jean-François Stévenin
Djebel Zanera
Aurelle Doazan
Aurelle Doazan
Estelle Marboni
Jean-Paul Lilienfeld
Jean-Paul Lilienfeld
Thibaud
Claude Chabrol
Claude Chabrol
The commissioner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sale Destin (1987) about?

This French black comedy-thriller follows a butcher named François Marboni, who finds himself blackmailed over an affair with a prostitute. Desperate to stop the extortion, he hires a hitman—but soon discovers he's become the killer's next target.

Who directed Sale Destin?

The film was directed by Sylvain Madigan, known for his work in French cinema blending dark humor with crime elements.

Who stars in Sale Destin?

The film features Victor Lanoux as François Marboni, alongside Pauline Lafont, Marie Laforêt, Jacques Penot, and Michel Aumont.

Is Sale Destin (1987) worth watching?

With its sharp wit and unconventional plot, *Sale Destin* is a hidden gem for fans of dark comedies and crime thrillers. While it lacks an IMDb rating, its unique tone and character dynamics make it a memorable watch for those who enjoy offbeat French cinema.

How long is Sale Destin?

The runtime for *Sale Destin* is 94 minutes.

About Sale Destin (1987) — A Butcher's Descent Into Crime and Chaos

In *Sale Destin (1987)*, Sylvain Madigan crafts a darkly comedic thriller that follows François Marboni, a butcher entangled in a sordid affair with Rachel, a prostitute who blackmails him relentlessly. As the demands escalate—threatening to drain his profits to nothing—François takes a desperate gamble by hiring a hitman to silence his tormentor. But when the tables turn, François becomes the target of the very assassin he once paid, plunging him into a chaotic spiral of crime and absurdity. The film blends sharp satire with the gritty tension of a crime drama, all wrapped in a distinctly French flavor.

Victor Lanoux delivers a standout performance as the beleaguered butcher, surrounded by a stellar cast including Pauline Lafont and Marie Laforêt, whose characters add layers of intrigue and dark humor to the mix. With its biting social commentary and unpredictable twists, *Sale Destin (1987)* is a cult classic for fans of offbeat, morally ambiguous cinema.