Directed by:
William NunezScreenplay:
William NunezCinematography:
Samuel PainterComposer:
Hugo de ChairePlots(1)
The incredibly true story of a failed Hollywood epic and the devastating repercussions it had, not only on some of Hollywood’s most iconic stars, but on the residents of a small, desert town. Hollywood is littered with bad movies. The Conqueror is one of the worst in a crowded field of terrible films. John Wayne stars as Genghis Khan and things only get worse from there. While it suffers from a host of racist and sexist issues and many quality issues, the reason it is still discussed today is because nearly half the cast and crew contracted cancer. But, why? This is a story of government lies, careless production decisions, and the most powerful weapon ever created by humankind. (Cinequest Festival)
(more)Cast
Sophie Okonedo (narrator)
UK
Best movies:
Hotel Rwanda (2004)
The Hollow Crown (2012) (series)
The Escape Artist (2013) (series)
Patrick Wayne
USA
Best movies:
The Deserter (1971)
The Long Gray Line (1955)
The Quiet Man (1952)
Barrie Chase
USA
Best movies:
Deep in My Heart (1954)
Cape Fear (1962)
Daddy Long Legs (1955)