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The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (2005)

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (2005)

Drama Comedy

A black comedy with serious side effects.

Release Date: 2005, May 17
Directors: Cristi Puiu
Countries: Romania
Production: Mandragora
Cast: Gabriel Spahiu, Dragoș Bucur, Alexandru Potocean, Rodica Lazăr, Șerban Pavlu, Adrian Titieni, Clara Vodă, Alina Berzunțeanu, Dorian Boguță, Florin Zamfirescu, Dana Dogaru, Mimi Brănescu

Overview:

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.

Keywords:

alcohol dark comedy hospital melancholy paramedic ambulance undressing romanian new wave