Official movie poster for The Mill and the Cross (2011), a drama history film

The Mill and the Cross(2011)

Młyn i krzyż

Behind every great painting lies an even greater story

6.4(113)1h 36m2011-03-18
DramaHistory

The Mill and the Cross Synopsis

What would it be like to step inside a great work of art, have it come alive around you, and even observe the artist as he sketches the very reality you are experiencing? From Lech Majewski, one of Poland's most acclaimed filmmakers, The Mill and the Cross is a cinematic re-staging of Pieter Bruegel's masterpiece "Procession to Calvary," presented alongside the story of its creation.

The Mill and the Cross (2011) is a drama and history film directed by Lech Majewski, released on March 18, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Rutger Hauer, Charlotte Rampling, Michael York and Joanna Litwin. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 113 ratings.

Director:
Lech Majewski
Writers:
Michael Francis Gibson, Lech Majewski
Producers:
Lech Majewski
Cinematographer:
Adam Sikora
Composer:
Lech Majewski
Production:
Odeon Film, Bokomotiv Freddy Olsson Filmproduktion, Telewizja Polska, Silesia Film, Arkana Studio, Piramida Film, 24MEDIA
Revenue:
$1,116,180
Status:
Released

The Mill and the Cross (2011) Trailer

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The Mill and the Cross Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 113 ratings.

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6/10

The Mill and the Cross is one of the best biopics about a painter — or, for that matter, any artist — because it concerns itself less with the painter and more with his work; that is, it knows that the 'what' and 'how' matter more than the 'who.' That’s not to say that the creator doesn’t count for anything; what I mean is that the every artist’s autobiography is recorded in their work (and that’s is why, as I…

Reviewed on September 10, 2022

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The Mill and the Cross – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Mill and the Cross online?

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The Mill and the Cross (2011) is available to stream on Kino Film Collection, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.

Who stars in The Mill and the Cross?

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The main cast of The Mill and the Cross (2011) includes Rutger Hauer, Charlotte Rampling, Michael York, Joanna Litwin and Dorota Lis. The film was directed by Lech Majewski. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was The Mill and the Cross released?

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The Mill and the Cross was released on March 18, 2011 and runs for 1h 36m.

Is The Mill and the Cross worth watching?

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The Mill and the Cross (2011) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 113 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

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