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1996 . 1h 32m . 4.7/10

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After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a much older American ex-con. After committing the murder, the fleeing and frightened Lea is saved by Paris paper boys Jean and Luc. Later she tells her sad story to hard-drinking Moskowitz, a middle-aged cop who secretly desires her. His unrequited love leads to tragedy. Meanwhile, Lea continues living with Francis, but also shacks up with Luc while trying to avoid the jealous cop.

Starring Chiara Mastroianni, Jackie Berroyer, Seymour Cassel
4.7/10
Rating
1h 32m
Runtime
1996
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a much older American ex-con. After committing the murder, the fleeing and frightened Lea is saved by Paris paper boys Jean and Luc. Later she tells her sad story to hard-drinking Moskowitz, a middle-aged cop who secretly desires her. His unrequited love leads to tragedy. Meanwhile, Lea continues living with Francis, but also shacks up with Luc while trying to avoid the jealous cop.

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Cast
Chiara Mastroianni stars as Léa in Caméléone.
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Year context
Caméléone was released 30 years ago in 1996.
Overview
After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a mu...

CAST (20)

Chiara Mastroianni
Chiara Mastroianni
Léa
Jackie Berroyer
Jackie Berroyer
Moskowitz
Seymour Cassel
Seymour Cassel
Francis
Antoine Chappey
Antoine Chappey
Luc
AG
Alban Guitteny
Jean
JC
Julien Collet
Julien
Edward Bunker
Edward Bunker
Sid Dembo
Sandrine Dumas
Sandrine Dumas
Eva
Marilyne Canto
Marilyne Canto
Esther, boss of the bar
Philippe van Herwijnen
Philippe van Herwijnen
Killer
François Guérif
François Guérif
Patron of the Soleil
DC
Dominique Camara
Client of the Soleil
JD
Jean-René de Fleurieu
Photograph
Dan Herzberg
Dan Herzberg
Night owl
NL
Nicolas Leouzon
Bartender
TK
Ta Kim
Chinese waiter
EP
Eric Pajand
Flower seller
Zinedine Soualem
Zinedine Soualem
Gas station attendant
Alain Fromager
Alain Fromager
BMW driver
Anthony Souter
Anthony Souter
BMW passenger

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
92 min (1h 32m)
Rating
4.7/10 (5 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Caméléone about?
After fatally shooting a stalker, Parisian bar-maid Lea must live the life of the title reptile. At the time of the killing she was living with Francis, a much older American ex-con. After committing the murder, the fleeing and frightened Lea is saved by Paris paper boys Jean and Luc. Later she tells her sad story to hard-drinking Moskowitz, a middle-aged cop who secretly desires her. His unrequited love leads to tragedy. Meanwhile, Lea continues living with Francis, but also shacks up with Luc while trying to avoid the jealous cop.
How long is Caméléone?
Caméléone has a runtime of 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Who stars in Caméléone?
The cast of Caméléone includes Chiara Mastroianni, Jackie Berroyer, Seymour Cassel, Antoine Chappey, Alban Guitteny.
What is the rating of Caméléone?
Caméléone has a rating of 4.7 out of 10 based on 5 votes on TMDB.
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