4.2
32 reviews

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

Cristi Puiu20052h 33mDrama, Black Comedy

Written by Cinobo

A landmark for the Romanian New Wave and one of the creations that drew the attention of the global film community to the Balkan country, Kristi Puiu's film is a hauntingly stark exploration of loneliness and mortality in a cynically indifferent bureaucratic system.

Synopsis

Retired Dante Lazarescu, who lives alone in Bucharest, feels unwell and a neighbouring couple help him until the ambulance arrives. The accompanying nurses carry him from hospital to hospital where he is barely able to undergo the necessary tests before finally falling into a coma.

Information

Director
Cast
Also known as
Moartea Domnului Lazarescu
Festival screenings
Cannes FF
Language
Romanian
Country
Romania
Subtitles
Greek
Age rating
15+

Cannes Film Festival

Un Certain Regard Award

2005

European Film Awards

Nomination for Best Director

2005

European Film Awards

Nomination for Best Screenplay

2005

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4.2
32 reviews

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