The Lunatics' Ball (1999)
"One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest" meets "Children of a Lesser God"
A psychologist with unconventional methods challenges a psychiatric hospital and win the admiration and love of a doctor, but he pulls back due to finding that he has only a short time to live. He achieves mixed results with his patients, but ultimately achieves a measure of love and recognition.
Director: Michael Thorp
Genre: Thriller, Drama
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: November 1, 1999
Cast
- Russel Walder - Charles Duron
- Jane Irwin - Charlotte
- Michael Daly - Dr. Taylor
- Jeremy Birchall - Librarian
- Joy Watson - Sara's Mother
- Gillian Baxter - Television Reporter
Screenplay
Music: Peter Scholes
Cinematography: Neil Cervin
Editing: Michael Horton, Paul Sutorius
Production: New Zealand Film Commission
Country: New Zealand
Budget: $400,000
Original Language: en
Keywords
new zealand, lunatic
More Films by Director: Michael Thorp
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Lunatics' Ball about?
- A psychologist with unconventional methods challenges a psychiatric hospital and win the admiration and love of a doctor, but he pulls back due to finding that he has only a short time to live. He achieves mixed results with his patients, but ultimately achieves a measure of love and recognition.
- Who directed The Lunatics' Ball?
- The Lunatics' Ball was directed by Michael Thorp.
- Who stars in The Lunatics' Ball?
- The Lunatics' Ball stars Russel Walder, Jane Irwin, Michael Daly, Jeremy Birchall, Joy Watson, Gillian Baxter.
- How long is The Lunatics' Ball?
- The Lunatics' Ball has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is The Lunatics' Ball?
- The Lunatics' Ball is a Thriller, Drama film.
- What is the budget of The Lunatics' Ball?
- The Lunatics' Ball had a budget of $400,000.
- Where was The Lunatics' Ball produced?
- The Lunatics' Ball was produced in New Zealand.