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Deathdealer: A Documentary 2003

★ 5.85 votes15 min📅 2003-12-31

"A unique mid-life crisis..."

Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) dives into the absurdity of mid-life crises with a darkly comedic twist, following Vincent—a seemingly ordinary door-to-door salesman who harbors a shocking secret.

Director: Andy Watts

Cast

Henry Rollins
Henry Rollins
Vincent
Kevin Barry
Steve the Director
Mary Gregory
Leslie (Boom Operator)
Hattie Winston
Hattie Winston
Gladys
Jeanette Miller
Jeanette Miller
Old Lady
Michael J. Curtis
A. Dick (Hotel Clerk)
Kristen Couchot
Hot Nurse #1
Dawn Todd Curfman
Hot Nurse #2
Ashleigh Hampton
Gladys' Daughter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) about?

This short mockumentary follows Vincent, a disillusioned door-to-door salesman who discovers his true identity—the Angel of Death. As he navigates his mundane routine, his secret slowly unravels in a darkly comedic yet surprisingly introspective tale.

Who directed Deathdealer: A Documentary?

Andy Watts directed this quirky short film, bringing a sharp eye for satire and existential humor to the mockumentary format.

Who stars in Deathdealer: A Documentary?

The film features Henry Rollins, Kevin Barry, Mary Gregory, Hattie Winston, and Jeanette Miller in pivotal roles.

Is Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) worth watching?

With its unique blend of comedy and drama, Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) offers a refreshing take on mid-life crises and existential dread. While short, its clever premise and strong performances make it a memorable watch for fans of offbeat cinema.

How long is Deathdealer: A Documentary?

The film has a runtime of 15 minutes.

About Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) — A Mockumentary with a Darkly Comic Twist

Deathdealer: A Documentary (2003) dives into the absurdity of mid-life crises with a darkly comedic twist, following Vincent—a seemingly ordinary door-to-door salesman who harbors a shocking secret. Directed by Andy Watts, this short mockumentary blends drama and comedy to explore themes of purpose, mortality, and the surreal lengths people go to escape their own lives. The film's atmosphere oscillates between dry humor and eerie introspection, as Vincent's mundane routine unravels into a revelation that's as unexpected as it is darkly hilarious. With a runtime under 20 minutes, it's a compact yet thought-provoking slice of cinematic experimentation.

Starring Henry Rollins, Kevin Barry, and Mary Gregory, Deathdealer: A Documentary delivers a quirky yet poignant take on existential dread, wrapped in the guise of a faux-documentary. The film's tagline, "A unique mid-life crisis...", barely scratches the surface of its clever premise, where the Angel of Death trades celestial duties for the humdrum grind of sales—only to confront the irony of his own existence. Its blend of dry wit and underlying melancholy makes it a standout for fans of offbeat, genre-defying short films.