← ← Back
I Always Wanted to Be a Gangster
🎬 Movie

I Always Wanted to Be a Gangster

2008 · 108 min Drama Comedy Crime
7.3 / 10 · TMDB

Told in four vignettes, this existential comedy relates the exploits of four aspiring criminals who hope to improve their lot, but find that they might not have what it takes for a life of crime.

📺 Where to Watch

Checking availability...

🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Samuel Benchetrit

— MovieFinder Editorial

🕯️

Best Watched

Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Anna Mouglalis

Anna Mouglalis

Suzy - la serveuse

Édouard Baer

Édouard Baer

Gino - le braqueur

Jean Rochefort

Jean Rochefort

Jean

Jean-Pierre Kalfon

Jean-Pierre Kalfon

Max

Laurent Terzieff

Laurent Terzieff

Émile

Venantino Venantini

Venantino Venantini

Joe

Roger Dumas

Roger Dumas

Pierrot la Pince

Alain Bashung

Alain Bashung

Alain Bashung

Arno

Arno

Arno

Bouli Lanners

Bouli Lanners

Léon

🎬 Similar Movies

💬 Audience Reviews

Write a Review

Quick rating — tap to vote:

Or write a full review:

0/2000