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Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

20062h 27mCrime · Fantasy · Drama
directed by Tom Tykwer

“Obsession can cause the unthinkable.”

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7.5 / 10
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Synopsis

Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, born in the stench of 18th century Paris, develops a superior olfactory sense, which he uses to create the world's finest perfumes. However, his work takes a dark turn as he tries to preserve scents in the search for the ultimate perfume.

Cast

Ben Whishaw·Jean-Baptiste Grenouille
Alan Rickman·Richis
Rachel Hurd-Wood·Laura
Dustin Hoffman·Giuseppe Baldini
John Hurt·Narrator (voice)
Karoline Herfurth·The Plum Girl
David Calder·Bishop of Grasse
Simon Chandler·Mayor of Grasse
Sian Thomas·Madame Gaillard
Jessica Schwarz·Natalie