The Lunatics' Ball
""One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest" meets "Children of a Lesser God""
Originally released in 1999. The Lunatics' Ball is a thriller/drama film. directed by Michael Thorp. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Russel Walder, Jane Irwin, and Michael Daly
Synopsis
A psychologist with unconventional methods challenges a psychiatric hospital and win the admiration and love
of a doctor, but he pulls back due to finding that he has only a short time to live. He achieves mixed results with his patients, but ultimately achieves a measure of love and recognition.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (1 votes)
Budget
$400K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $400,000
Production Companies
- New Zealand Film Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lunatics' Ball about?
A psychologist with unconventional methods challenges a psychiatric hospital and win the admiration and love of a doctor, but he pulls back due to finding that he has only a short time to live. He...
Who directed The Lunatics' Ball?
The Lunatics' Ball was directed by Michael Thorp.
How long is The Lunatics' Ball?
The Lunatics' Ball has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Lunatics' Ball released?
The Lunatics' Ball was released on November 1, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Lunatics' Ball?
The main cast of The Lunatics' Ball includes Russel Walder, Jane Irwin, Michael Daly, Jeremy Birchall, Joy Watson.