Death and the Compass (1992)

Cast

• Peter Boyle - Lonnrot
• Miguel Sandoval - Treviranus
• Christopher Eccleston - Schartach / Zunz / Gryphius
• Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez - Ms. Espinoza / Harlequin
• Pedro Armendáriz Jr. - Blot
• Alonso Echánove - Novalis
• Eduardo López Rojas - Finnegan
• Alex Cox - Commander Borges
• Karl Braun - Sargent / Green Scharlach
• Gabriela Gurrola - Hooker / Harlequin

Screenplay

• Jorge Luis Borges (Original Story)
• Alex Cox (Screenplay)
• Jorge Luis Borges (Short Story)

Themes

Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution

Keywords

dystopia, revenge, ritual murder, based on short story

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Death and the Compass about?

In a totalitarian future, in a nightmare metropolis, inhabited only by criminals and police, Erik Lonnrot, a gifted detective, investigates a series of strange murders and disappearances that seem to implicate a insane crime lord. (Re-released in 1996 as a feature film, 86 minutes.)

Who directed Death and the Compass?

Death and the Compass was directed by Alex Cox.

Who stars in Death and the Compass?

Death and the Compass stars Peter Boyle, Miguel Sandoval, Christopher Eccleston, Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez, Pedro Armendáriz Jr., Alonso Echánove.

How long is Death and the Compass?

Death and the Compass has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).

What genre is Death and the Compass?

Death and the Compass is a Drama, Thriller, TV Movie film.

Where was Death and the Compass produced?

Death and the Compass was produced in France, Spain, United Kingdom.

What are the themes of Death and the Compass?

The themes of Death and the Compass include: Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Unfaithful Wife and Story of Retribution.