The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (2005)
A black comedy with serious side effects.
After suffering terrible headaches and stomach cramps, Mr. Lăzărescu, a lonely 63 year-old man, calls for an ambulance, beginning one man’s hellish journey through Bucharest hospitals in search of proper medical care. As the night unfolds, his health starts to deteriorate fast.
Director: Cristi Puiu
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 150 min
Release Date: May 17, 2005
Cast
- Ion Fiscuteanu - Mr. Lăzărescu
- Luminița Gheorghiu - Mioara Avram
- Doru Ana - Sandu Sterian
- Monica Bîrlădeanu - Mariana
- Alina Berzunțeanu - Dr. Zamfir
- Alexandru Potocean - Stretcher-bearer, Bagdasar Hospital
- Dana Dogaru - MIhaela Sterian
- Florin Zamfirescu - Dr. Ardelean
- Dragoș Bucur - Mișu
- Mimi Brănescu - Doctor Mirică
Screenplay
Music: Andreea Păduraru
Cinematography: Oleg Mutu
Editing: Dana Bunescu
Production: Mandragora
Country: Romania
Language: Română
Budget: $390,000
Box Office: $216,000
Original Language: ro
Themes
Dark Humor and Macabre Comedy, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, Profound Sadness and Tears, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood
Keywords
ambulance, alcohol, dark comedy, melancholy, hospital, undressing, paramedic, romanian new wave
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu about?
- After suffering terrible headaches and stomach cramps, Mr. Lăzărescu, a lonely 63 year-old man, calls for an ambulance, beginning one man’s hellish journey through Bucharest hospitals in search of proper medical care. As the night unfolds, his health starts to deteriorate fast.
- Who directed The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu was directed by Cristi Puiu.
- Who stars in The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu stars Ion Fiscuteanu, Luminița Gheorghiu, Doru Ana, Monica Bîrlădeanu, Alina Berzunțeanu, Alexandru Potocean.
- How long is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu has a runtime of 2h 30m (150 minutes).
- What genre is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is a Drama, Comedy film.
- What is the budget of The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu had a budget of $390,000.
- How much did The Death of Mr. Lazarescu gross?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu grossed $216,000 worldwide.
- Where was The Death of Mr. Lazarescu produced?
- The Death of Mr. Lazarescu was produced in Romania.
- What are the themes of The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?
- The themes of The Death of Mr. Lazarescu include: Dark Humor and Macabre Comedy, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, Profound Sadness and Tears, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood.