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The Death of Don Quixote
“A quixotic film about the curse of filming “Don Quixote.””
6.5 / 10• 2019• 13m•NR• English
ComedyDrama
Storyline
London, 1968. Director Alphonse attempts to complete his greatest cinematic work yet, entitled “The Death of Don Quixote.” But his aging star, Patrick, is seriously ill, so it is unclear what will die first: his vision, Patrick or Don Quixote.
Cast & Crew
Jamie Paul
Alphonse (Director)
LeadJO
John O'Toole
Patrick Quincey / Don Quixote
DC
Dermot Canavan
Sancho Panza
Michael Watson-Gray
Tom (1st Assistant Director)
Philip Tomlin
Will (Set Doctor)
RN
Robert Nova
Nestor (Cameraman)
RM
Rory McAvoy
Peter (Sound Recordist)
GD
Gavin Duff
Producer
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Miguel Faus's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Death of Don Quixote is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
