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Danton’s Death (2011): Cast

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Danton’s Death is a 2011 documentary directed by Alice Diop, starring Steve Tientcheu. It runs 1 hour 5 minutes.

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Danton’s Death (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 5m (65 min)
Director
Alice Diop
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Danton’s Death About?

The premise of Danton’s Death without spoilers.

Steve, a 25‑year‑old Black man from the Paris suburbs, tries to flee the violence around him by enrolling in one of France’s most prestigious drama schools to become an actor. However, he quickly learns that the theatre world only wants him to play Black characters, exposing the industry's narrow casting.

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Cast & crew

Danton’s Death Cast

Steve Tientcheu stars in Danton’s Death. Directed by Alice Diop.

From the director

More from Alice Diop

More films directed by Alice Diop, best-rated first: We, Saint Omer, RER B and Towards Tenderness.

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Danton’s Death FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Danton’s Death, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Danton’s Death?

Danton’s Death runs 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).

When was Danton’s Death released?

Danton’s Death was released on March 25, 2011.

Who directed Danton’s Death?

Danton’s Death was directed by Alice Diop.

More films by Alice Diop

Who is in the cast of Danton’s Death?

Danton’s Death stars Steve Tientcheu.

Does Danton’s Death have a post-credit scene?

No. Danton’s Death has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Danton’s Death in?

The original language of Danton’s Death is French.

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