Playing the Fool

200024m

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Director: Claire Lasko
Release date: 2000-08-19
Runtime: 24m
Language: English
Status: Released
Studio: Dual Purpose Production

About Playing the Fool

Playing the Fool is a 2000 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Claire Lasko, starring Lars von Trier, Jamie Beddard and Paul Darke. It has a runtime of 24 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Playing the Fool in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Documentary following the controversy engendered by his 1988 film THE IDIOTS, which showed a group of middle class people pretending to be mentally impaired. Disabled people confront film director Lars von Trier about his view that anything can be shwon in film, arguing that it reinforces stereotypes of the disabled

Cast

Lars von Trier

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Jamie Beddard

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Paul Darke

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Themes & keywords

disabilitystereotypelars von trierdanish cinemathe idiots (1998)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Playing the Fool in Mexico?+

Playing the Fool is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Playing the Fool on Netflix?+

Playing the Fool is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Playing the Fool?+

Playing the Fool has a runtime of 24 minutes (24 minutes).

Who stars in Playing the Fool?+

Playing the Fool stars Lars von Trier, Jamie Beddard and Paul Darke.

When did Playing the Fool come out?+

Playing the Fool is a 2000 movie directed by Claire Lasko.

What genre is Playing the Fool?+

Playing the Fool is Documentary film.

Who directed Playing the Fool?+

Playing the Fool was directed by Claire Lasko.