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Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
“Obsession can cause the unthinkable.”
7.4 / 10• 2006• 2h 27m•R• English
CrimeFantasyDrama
Storyline
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 & Crew
Ben Whishaw
Jean-Baptiste Grenouille
Lead
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
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Tom Tykwer's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
