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Macadam Stories

2015 · Movie · 100 min · ★ 6.9 · 95% critics

DramaComedy

Set in an old apartment building, the film follows separate, loosely connected stories shaped by unexpected meetings. These moments bring tenderness, laughter, and compassion to everyday lives marked by urban alienation.

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Details
Original title
Asphalte
Years
2015
Release date
2015-05-17
Language
French
Runtime
100 min
Critic score
95/100
TMDB rating
6.9/10 (194 votes)
About

You’ll likely enjoy Macadam Stories if you like gentle, black-tinged comedy with heartfelt encounters in urban spaces; Not for you if you want a straightforward plot, or if you’re expecting blockbuster spectacle like Chocolat or Inivisibles.

Pros: tender, funny stories; strong ensemble; memorable apartment setting | Cons: confusing timeline; understated attention

Cast & crew

Directed by Samuel Benchetrit