Story of My Death

Story of My Death

2013 · 148 min · ★ 6.9 · History, Drama

Casanova meets a new servant who will witness his last moments in life, from a castle with its libertine 18th century atmosphere to the poor, shadowy Northern lands. There, his rationalist way of thinking and mundane world will succumb to a violent and romantic force, represented by Count Dracula.

Directed by Albert Serra · Written by Albert Serra

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