Philanthropy
Watch TrailerIn 21st century Bucharest, to go out in the city on Saturday evening on the arm of a beautiful woman is a risky financial investment. Ovidiu, an unassuming high school teacher, never could afford it. Looking for a source of income more substantial than a teacher's salary, Ovidiu plunges into a fabulous world – the beggar mob.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Filantropica |
| Year | 2002 |
| Country | Romania, France |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Nae Caranfil |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.7/10 (119 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.
Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.
For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.
Director: Nae Caranfil
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.
🎭 Cast
Mircea Diaconu
Ovidiu Gorea
Gheorghe Dinică
Pavel Puiuț
Mara Nicolescu
Miruna
Viorica Vodă
Diana Dobrovicescu
Anamaria Marinca
Reporter
Marius Florea Vizante
Simpaticul
Florin Zamfirescu
Poetul Gării de Nord
Cristian Gheorghe
Robert Dobrovicescu
Florin Călinescu
El însuși
Constantin Drăgănescu
Tatăl
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