Tchao Pantin

Nestled in the bustling 18th Arrondissement of Paris, "Parfum des Garages" paints the portrait of Lambert, a taciturn night-shift manager at a local gas station. Far from the fast pace and vibrant city life, Lambert finds solace in the quietude of his workplace, frequently indulging in drinks as he attends to customers. One fateful night, Bensoussan, an unassuming drug peddler struggling to make ends meet, stumbles into the gas station on a stolen moped, pretending to be in dire need of a spark plug.Despite their contrasting backgrounds, Lambert and Bensoussan's paths cross, resulting in an improbable friendship that blossoms amidst the dimly lit garage and the hum of fuel pumps. Their camaraderie serves as a window into the unexpected connections forged in the most unlikely of circumstances, revealing a side of Paris seldom showcased on the silver screen.The film delves into themes of friendship, solitude, and resilience, as it explores the intersecting lives of two men finding a sense of belonging within each other's company.