Pantin is a commune in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, France. It is located 6.4 km. (4.0 miles) from the center of Paris. It is one of the most densely populated municipalities in Europe. Pantin was once the site of Motobecane's operations. Pantin was portrayed in the award-winning French movie So Long, Stooge (French title: Tchao Pantin) (1983), starring French comedian Coluche.