Cast: Gilbert Melki

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Gilbert Melki. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Monsieur Ibrahim

2003 · Movie · 94 min. · France

Direction François Dupeyron

Cast Omar Sharif · Pierre Boulanger · Isabelle Adjani · Gilbert Melki

Synopsis Monsieur Ibrahim (2003) unfolds in the vibrant Paris of the early 1960s, a city teeming with life and on the brink of cultural transformation. Amidst this dynamic backdrop, an unusual bond forms between a young Jewish boy and an elderly...

7.1

7K votes

7.1

7K votes

Kaboul Kitchen (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 32 min. · France

Direction Jean-Patrick Benes · Marc Victor · Allan Mauduit · Frédéric Berthe

Cast Gilbert Melki · Simon Abkarian · Fayçal Azizi · Benjamin Bellecour

Synopsis Kaboul Kitchen (TV Series) (2012) is set in the bustling city of Kabul, Afghanistan, in 2005. The narrative revolves around a lively French restaurant, also named Kaboul Kitchen, which serves as a popular hangout spot for both locals and foreigners....

6.8

21 votes

6.8

21 votes

Angel-A

2005 · Movie · 90 min. · France

Direction Luc Besson

Cast Jamel Debbouze · Rie Rasmussen · Gilbert Melki · Serge Riaboukine

Synopsis Angel-A (2005) follows the tale of a charming yet clumsy con artist who finds his life taking an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with an enchanting woman. This mysterious lady steps in to assist him, offering guidance and support...

6.8

2K votes

6.8

2K votes

Direction Alexandre Laurent

Cast Lucien Dodge · Aaron Fors · Kellen Goff · Leticia Grassi

Synopsis The Bonfire of Destiny (TV Series) (2019) is an 8-episode television series set in the aftermath of a catastrophic fire that ravaged Paris in 1897. The narrative revolves around three women whose lives are dramatically altered by a series of...

6.6

586 votes

6.6

586 votes

Anna M.

2007 · Movie · 106 min. · France

Direction Michel Spinosa

Cast Isabelle Carré · Gilbert Melki · Anne Consigny · Geneviève Mnich

Synopsis Anna M. (2007) centers around a Parisian bookbinder named Anna who resides with her mother. One fateful evening, she deliberately steps in front of a moving vehicle. Miraculously, she survives the incident and is subsequently cared for by Dr. Andre...

6.6

93 votes

6.6

93 votes

Intimate Strangers

2004 · Movie · 102 min. · France

Direction Patrice Leconte

Cast Sandrine Bonnaire · Fabrice Luchini · Michel Duchaussoy · Anne Brochet

Synopsis Intimate Strangers (2004) follows the unexpected journey of Anna, who, due to a mix-up, finds herself pouring out her marital troubles to William Faber, a financial advisor. Intrigued and sympathetic to her plight, Faber struggles to reveal his true profession....

6.5

955 votes

6.5

955 votes

The Right of the Weakest

2006 · Movie · 116 min. · Belgium

Direction Lucas Belvaux

Cast Eric Caravaca · Natacha Régnier · Lucas Belvaux · Patrick Descamps

Synopsis The Right of the Weakest (2006) follows a group of unemployed men who gather daily in a cozy café near a once-thriving steel factory in Liège. They pass the time playing cards, but their cheerful demeanor belies a deeper sense...

6.5

40 votes

6.5

40 votes

Swindled

2004 · Movie · 110 min. · Spain

Direction Miguel Bardem

Cast Victoria Abril · Ernesto Alterio · Federico Luppi · Manuel Alexandre

Synopsis Swindled (2004) is a cinematic exploration of the world of deception and trickery, where the only certainty is that nothing is as it seems. Ernesto, a lifelong con artist, has mastered the art of deceit under the tutelage of an...

6.4

7K votes

6.4

7K votes

Accomplices (Partners)

2009 · Movie · 93 min. · France

Direction Frédéric Mermoud

Cast Gilbert Melki · Emmanuelle Devos · Cyril Descours · Nina Meurisse

Synopsis Accomplices (Partners) (2009) follows the story of Vincent Bouvier, a charming 19-year-old who engages in illicit activities with male clients in hotel rooms. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Rebecca in a cybercafe. Intrigued by her, Vincent...

6.2

110 votes

6.2

110 votes

On the Run

2002 · Movie · 117 min. · France

Direction Lucas Belvaux

Cast Lucas Belvaux · Catherine Frot · Dominique Blanc · Ornella Muti

Synopsis On the Run (2002) follows the story of Bruno, a left-wing revolutionary who, after nearly fifteen years in prison, escapes and returns to Grenoble, France. His mission is to resolve past grievances, reconnect with his alluring former lover, and evade...

6.2

78 votes

6.2

78 votes

Cote d'Azur (Cockles and Muscles)

2005 · Movie · 96 min. · France

Direction Olivier Ducastel · Jacques Martineau

Cast Valeria Bruni Tedeschi · Gilbert Melki · Jean-Marc Barr · Jacques Bonnaffé

Synopsis Cote d'Azur (Cockles and Muscles) (2005) unfolds during the summer season, as Marc brings his wife Beatrix and their two children to the Mediterranean coast for the first time. The destination is a house where Marc enjoyed his teenage vacations....

6.2

87 votes

6.2

87 votes

Advantages of Travelling by Train

2019 · Movie · 102 min. · Spain

Direction Aritz Moreno

Cast Luis Tosar · Pilar Castro · Ernesto Alterio · Quim Gutiérrez

Synopsis Advantages of Travelling by Train (2019) follows the harrowing journey of a woman who, after escaping a tumultuous relationship with a mentally unstable and abusive partner, finds herself spiraling into a nightmarish world of madness and depravity.

6.1

9K votes

6.1

9K votes

Would I Lie to You? 2

2001 · Movie · 105 min. · France

6.1

51 votes

6.1

51 votes

Pris de court

2017 · Movie · 85 min. · France

6.0

71 votes

6.0

71 votes

Changing Times

2004 · Movie · 98 min. · France

Direction André Téchiné

Cast Catherine Deneuve · Gérard Depardieu · Gilbert Melki · Lubna Azabal

Synopsis Changing Times (2004) follows Antoine as he journeys to Tangiers from Europe, tasked with overseeing the establishment of an audiovisual center. Unbeknownst to his colleagues, Antoine harbors a secret hope: to reconnect with Cécile, a love from over three decades...

6.0

421 votes

6.0

421 votes

On Fire

2006 · Movie · 111 min. · France

Direction Claire Simon

Cast Camille Varenne · Gilbert Melki · Kader Mohamed · Marion Maintenay

Synopsis On Fire (2006) follows the intense journey of Livia, a 15-year-old girl who finds herself in a whirlwind of emotions after a horse-riding accident. With the assistance of Jean, a dedicated volunteer firefighter, Livia begins to recover both physically and...

5.9

36 votes

5.9

36 votes

After the Life

2002 · Movie · 124 min. · France

Direction Lucas Belvaux

Cast Dominique Blanc · Gilbert Melki · Ornella Muti · Catherine Frot

Synopsis After the Life (2002) follows the story of Pascal, a former police officer who has fallen from grace. Driven by a desire for atonement, he embarks on a mission to apprehend Bruno, a fugitive with an enigmatic link to Agnes,...

5.8

79 votes

5.8

79 votes

Would I Lie to You?

1997 · Movie · 100 min. · France

Direction Thomas Gilou

Cast Richard Anconina · Richard Bohringer · Amira Casar · Vincent Elbaz

Synopsis Would I Lie to You? (1997) follows the heartwarming and humorous escapades of Eddie, a man who, despite not being Jewish, attempts to blend into a Jewish community while being largely unfamiliar with Jewish customs. The film chronicles his journey...

5.8

139 votes

5.8

139 votes

A Hell of a Day

2001 · Movie · 96 min. · France

Direction Marion Vernoux

Cast Karin Viard · Hélène Fillières · Victor Lanoux · Jane Birkin

Synopsis A Hell of a Day (2001) unfolds in the vibrant city of Paris, where the lives of four individuals intersect in a single day, each deeply influenced by their romantic entanglements. As the day progresses, their personal journeys and emotional...

5.6

21 votes

5.6

21 votes

The Pimp

2010 · Movie · 92 min. · France

Direction Pascal Bourdiaux

Cast José García · Gilbert Melki · Carmen Maura · Laurent Bateau

Synopsis The Pimp (2010) is a hilarious tale that follows the unexpected journey of a banker who, after a series of unfortunate events, finds himself in the unconventional role of a pimp. The film explores the comedic misadventures and transformations that...

5.6

53 votes

5.6

53 votes