Two Deaths (1995)

A tale of power, passion and obsession set in a politically torn Eastern European country.

Director:

Nicolas Roeg

Writers:

Stephen Dobyns (novel), Allan Scott

Stars:

Sonia Braga, Patrick Malahide, Ion Caramitru

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Sonia Braga	...	Ana Puscasu
Patrick Malahide	...	George Bucsan
Ion Caramitru	...	Carl Dalakis
Sevilla Delofski	...	Ilena
Nickolas Grace	...	Marius Vernescu
Michael Gambon	...	Daniel Pavenic
Ravil Isyanov	...	Lieutenant
Matt Terdre	...	Leon
John Shrapnel	...	Cinca
Karl Tessler	...	Roberto Constantin
Lisa Orgolini	...	Young Ana
Niall Refoy	...	Young Pavenic
Andrew Tiernan	...	Captain Jorgu
Rade Serbedzija	...	Colonel George Lapadus
Laura Davenport	...	Marta

Storyline

Set during a recent European revolution, when the students have just begun to rise, the film focuses on the unusual relationship between Dr. Pavenic and his housekeeper, Ana. In the midst of a night alive with the rattle of gunfire and burning buildings, the doctor tells the story of his obsession for his enigmatic housekeeper, to a dinner table of his guests. His shocking honesty eventually prompts each guest in turn, to disclose some inner corner of his own life.

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Plot Keywords:

death in title | based on novel | independent film

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Taglines:

An Obsession that lasted a Lifetime (DVD)

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Genres:

Drama | War

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong violence, including a graphic abortion scene, nudity/sexuality and related dialogue

Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

24 May 1996 (USA)

Also Known As:

Diplos thanatos

Company Credits

Production Co:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), British Screen Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

102 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

User Reviews

shocking, realistic

the first time I saw Sonia Braga was in the bill cosby TV sitcom of all places. I didn't know who she was but I was struck by her fine Latin looks and interesting way of presenting herself, an honest human with truthful emotions.

this film touches on a spectrum of emotions and situations, making one reflect on the morality of the decisions and actions we take.

it is most assuredly NOT typical Hollywood pap. there are some graphic scenes and nudity but this is vital to the story line, not like Hollywood that strives endlessly to find an excuse to do the same in the interests of higher ticket sales.

the length of the film is just right and there are no loose ends considering the 1:40 +/- time. I recognized some of the actors. this is a production in conjunction with the BBC so that tells you something about the production values.