The Windmill Movie
Originally released in 2009. The Windmill Movie is a documentary film. directed by Alexander Olch. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard P. Rogers, Wallace Shawn, and Bob Balaban
Synopsis
Filmmaker Richard P. Rogers tried for twenty years to make a documentary about his own life. He died in 2001, leaving the project unfinished, until his widow, acclaimed photographer Susan Meiselas, commissioned his former student Alexander Olch to make a film out of the pieces. Starting in the Hamptons, in the town of Wainscott, the film weaves Rogers' footage into a journey through childhood memories, a less than encouraging mother, a family background of privilege, and Rogers' persistent, dogged attempts to document his own life. Rogers' friend, actor and writer Wallace Shawn, joins in the process, as the film investigates the differences between documentary and fiction, and tells the tragic story of Rogers' life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 17, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Windmill Movie about?
Filmmaker Richard P. Rogers tried for twenty years to make a documentary about his own life. He died in 2001, leaving the project unfinished, until his widow, acclaimed photographer Susan Meiselas,...
Who directed The Windmill Movie?
The Windmill Movie was directed by Alexander Olch.
How long is The Windmill Movie?
The Windmill Movie has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Windmill Movie released?
The Windmill Movie was released on June 17, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Windmill Movie?
The main cast of The Windmill Movie includes Richard P. Rogers, Wallace Shawn, Bob Balaban.