Tanghi Argentini (2006)

In the heart of Ghent, just weeks shy of Christmas, we find André - a somewhat eccentric, portly middle-aged office worker with a zest for life tucked away beneath his average exterior. As the festive air thickens, André, driven by an unexpected desire, arranges an Internet rendezvous with a woman whose life pirouettes to the rhythm of the tango. There's only one hitch: André doesn't know the first thing about dancing. In the labyrinth of office cubicles, André seeks help from Frans, a co-worker known for his impeccable posture and an air of superiority, a man who stands like an island amidst the sea of their office monotony. Frans, initially resistant, is pulled into André's whirlpool of enthusiasm when his own predictable and mundane existence is called into question. Accepting the challenge, Frans embarks on a journey of transformation with André, with the fervor of the tango becoming their guiding light. As the walls of their office dissolve into the backdrop of a nightclub, with the infectious rhythm of tango pulsating in the air, André is ready to meet the enigmatic Suzanne. The night unfurls like a dance floor as André and Suzanne sway to the rhythm of their destiny. However, amidst the twirls and dips, something spirals out of control. Faced with a sudden turn of events, André is left questioning - is his grand tango adventure all in vain? "Tanghi Argentini" spins a heartwarming tale of companionship and courage, where the spirit of Christmas becomes a metaphor for giving and receiving in the most unexpected of ways. This captivating modern tale is a dance of emotions, where the steps are as unpredictable as life itself.

Tanghi Argentini is a comedy movie directed by Guy Thys.

Tanghi Argentini is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.

It is also possible to buy Tanghi Argentini on Amazon Video.