The King is Dead (2025)
When Robert Wilson was a child, he told his teacher he wanted to be a king. The film takes this premise as a point of departure to explore the figure of monarchs through the lens of the theatre of the absurd (Gogol, Jarry, Beckett). A satirical triptych that reflects on the philosophical condition of being in power.
Director: Andrés Duque
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: April 24, 2025
Cast
Screenplay
Cinematography: Blai Tomàs
Production: Mallerich Films
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The King is Dead about?
- When Robert Wilson was a child, he told his teacher he wanted to be a king. The film takes this premise as a point of departure to explore the figure of monarchs through the lens of the theatre of the absurd (Gogol, Jarry, Beckett). A satirical triptych that reflects on the philosophical condition of being in power.
- Who directed The King is Dead?
- The King is Dead was directed by Andrés Duque.
- Who stars in The King is Dead?
- The King is Dead stars Robert Wilson.
- How long is The King is Dead?
- The King is Dead has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is The King is Dead?
- The King is Dead is a Documentary film.
- Where was The King is Dead produced?
- The King is Dead was produced in Spain.