Danton's Death

2011 | 65 minutes | 6.9 ★ (4)

Danton's Death
  • Overview

    Steve, a 25-year-old Black man from the Paris suburbs, seeks to escape the violence of his immediate surroundings by training to become an actor at one of France’s most prestigious drama schools. But soon he discovers that the theater world is only interested in having him inhabit “Black” roles.

  • Release Date

    25 March 2011

  • DirectingAlice Diop
  • Budget

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  • Revenue

    $0.00

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