Bronx-Barbès (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2000, Bronx-Barbès is a notable film directed by Éliane de Latour.
What it’s about. A drama set in the brutal world of Africa's ghettos, Bronx-Barbes opens with an introduction to Toussaint and Nixon, two teenaged friends who are out of work and commit petty thievery in order to eat. After accidentally murdering a ganglord one night, the two are taken under the wing of a group of thugs who populate the Bronx, a tough neighborhood run by a Mafia-like organization. Toussaint is able to scale the ranks of the neighborhood hierarchy, while Nixon ends up in jail for burglary, and is only released after Toussaint raises the money to free him. Eventually, the friends move on to Barbes, an even rougher neighborhood where they find that it takes more than just friendship to survive.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Bronx-Barbès has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bronx-Barbès page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bronx-Barbès (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bronx-Barbès change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bronx-Barbès worth watching?
- Bronx-Barbès holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Bronx-Barbès released?
- Bronx-Barbès was released in 2000.