The Windmill Movie (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2009, The Windmill Movie is a documentary film directed by Alexander Olch, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. Filmmaker Richard P. Rogers tried for twenty years to make a documentary about his own life. He died in 2001, leaving the project unfinished, until his widow, acclaimed photographer Susan Meiselas, commissioned his former student Alexander Olch to make a film out of the pieces. Starting in the Hamptons, in the town of Wainscott, the film weaves Rogers' footage into a journey through childhood memories, a less than encouraging mother, a family background of privilege, and Rogers' persistent, dogged attempts to document his own life. Rogers' friend, actor and writer Wallace Shawn, joins in the process, as the film investigates the differences between documentary and fiction, and tells the tragic story of Rogers' life.
Who’s in it. The Windmill Movie stars Richard P. Rogers as Self, Wallace Shawn as Self and Bob Balaban as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Windmill Movie has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Windmill Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Windmill Movie tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Windmill Movie (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Windmill Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Windmill Movie worth watching?
- The Windmill Movie holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Windmill Movie?
- The Windmill Movie stars Richard P. Rogers, Wallace Shawn and Bob Balaban.
- When was The Windmill Movie released?
- The Windmill Movie was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.