Overview
During his adventure in Mexico, Sergei Eisenstein made footage of a Mexican "Death Day" celebration for inclusion in his "Que Viva Mexico!" film project. When the 200,000-plus feet of film he eventually exposed in Mexico was first attempted to be made into a feature film, "Thunder Over Mexico", the producers excluded the Death Day material for subsequent compilation as an independent short subject. Silent with music track and explanatory English intertitles.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Death Day?
Death Day was directed by Sergei Eisenstein.
Where was Death Day produced?
It was produced by companies including Principal Productions Inc., The Mexican Picture Trust in Mexico, Soviet Union.
Death Day Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Death Day wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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