Death and the Compass
Originally released in 1992. Death and the Compass is a drama/thriller film. directed by Alex Cox. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Peter Boyle, Miguel Sandoval, and Christopher Eccleston
Synopsis
In a totalitarian future, in a nightmare metropolis, inhabited only by criminals and police, Erik Lonnrot, a gifted detective, investigates a series of strange murders and disappearances that seem to implicate a insane crime lord. (Re-released in 1996 as a feature film, 86 minutes.)
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 5, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Peter Boyle
as Lonnrot
Miguel Sandoval
as Treviranus
Christopher Eccleston
as Schartach / Zunz / Gryphius
Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez
as Ms. Espinoza / Harlequin
Pedro Armendáriz Jr.
as Blot
Alonso Echánove
as Novalis
Eduardo López Rojas
as Finnegan
Alex Cox
as Commander Borges
Karl Braun
as Sargent / Green Scharlach
Gabriela Gurrola
as Hooker / Harlequin
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- TVE
- Cinétévé
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Death and the Compass about?
In a totalitarian future, in a nightmare metropolis, inhabited only by criminals and police, Erik Lonnrot, a gifted detective, investigates a series of strange murders and disappearances that seem ...
Who directed Death and the Compass?
Death and the Compass was directed by Alex Cox.
How long is Death and the Compass?
Death and the Compass has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Death and the Compass released?
Death and the Compass was released on August 5, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Death and the Compass?
The main cast of Death and the Compass includes Peter Boyle, Miguel Sandoval, Christopher Eccleston, Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez, Pedro Armendáriz Jr..