The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

7.3 2005 Cristi Puiu 2h 30m
Drama Comedy
The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

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.

Cast

Ion Fiscuteanu Ion Fiscuteanu Mr. Lăzărescu
Luminița Gheorghiu Luminița Gheorghiu Mioara Avram
Doru Ana Doru Ana Sandu Sterian
Monica Bîrlădeanu Monica Bîrlădeanu Mariana
Alina Berzunțeanu Alina Berzunțeanu Dr. Zamfir
Alexandru Potocean Alexandru Potocean Stretcher-bearer, Bagdasar Hospital
Dana Dogaru Dana Dogaru MIhaela Sterian
Florin Zamfirescu Florin Zamfirescu Dr. Ardelean

Where to Watch

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Vibes

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Double Feature Pairings

Films that pair perfectly with The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

Amour
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