The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

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The Death of Mr. Lazarescu (2005)

Directed by Cristi Puiu

“A black comedy with serious side effects.”

Drama, Comedy · 2h 34m

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.

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Cast

Crew

Director
Cristi Puiu
Writer
Răzvan Rădulescu, Cristi Puiu
Director of Photography
Oleg Mutu
Editor
Dana Bunescu
Producer
Bobby Păunescu, Anca Puiu

Details

Original title
Moartea domnului Lăzărescu
Release date
2005-05-27
Runtime
2h 34m
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Original language
RO
Spoken languages
Romanian
Countries
Romania
Production
Mandragora
Budget
$390,000
Box office
$216,000