The Windmill (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film
Released in 1974, The Windmill is a documentary film directed by Michel Soutter, running about 47 minutes.
What it’s about. In preparation for a feature-length film about windmills, an assistant director travels through the Vaud region to search for locations with windmills. The research leads to a serious engagement with the meaning and purpose of windmills, which has something Don Quixote-like about it in the age of nuclear power stations. The transitions between document and fiction flow constantly and result in a charming and intellectual mixture of seriousness and fun, determination and coincidence, weightlessness and the weight of meaning.
Who’s in it. The Windmill stars Michel Schopfer as The Assistant Director (himself), Arié Dzierlatka as The Composer (himself) and Jean-Luc Bideau as The Actor (himself).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Windmill page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Windmill (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Windmill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Windmill?
- The Windmill stars Michel Schopfer, Arié Dzierlatka and Jean-Luc Bideau.
- When was The Windmill released?
- The Windmill was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.