The Man Who Killed Don Quixote

Synopsis

The Man Who Killed Don Quixote follows the story of Toby, a disillusioned advertising director who is unexpectedly propelled into a fantastical adventure when a Spanish cobbler mistakes him for Sancho Panza. As Toby is swept into the delusional universe of Javier, the man who believes he is Don Quixote, the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. Together, they embark on a bizarre journey filled with whimsical encounters and a quest to vanquish evil. Through a series of surreal events, Toby's perceptions are challenged, leading him to confront his past, present, and deepest desires in this visually stunning exploration of imagination and madness.

Cast

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  Adam Driver

  Toby

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  Jonathan Pryce

  Don Quixote

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  Stellan Skarsgård

  The Boss

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  Jordi Mollà

  Alexei Miiskin

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  Joana Ribeiro

  Angelica

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  Óscar Jaenada

  Gitano

Reviews

The Man Who Killed Don Quixote has received a mix of reviews from critics and audiences. Many praised Adam Driver's performance and the film's visually captivating scenes. The Hollywood Reporter described it as 'a quirky and imaginative reinterpretation of the classic tale, brought to life with modern twists.' On the other hand, some critics found the storyline to be convoluted and disjointed. Variety noted, 'While visually striking, the narrative lacks coherence, leaving viewers perplexed.' Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 66%, with the consensus stating, 'The film's ambitious vision is undermined by its uneven execution.' IMDb users rated it 6.3/10, while Metacritic scored it 58/100.