description Drowning by Numbers Overview
Drowning by Numbers, directed by Peter Greenaway, is a 1988 film exploring themes of obsession and identity through a complex narrative. The production received recognition with a Best Artistic Contribution award at the Cannes Film Festival. It presents a crime comedy-drama centered around a unique storyline.
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info Drowning by Numbers Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1988 |
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Why are three husbands drowned in Drowning by Numbers?
Three women, all named Cissie Colpitts, each kill a husband by drowning. They pressure local coroner Madgett to conceal the deaths, creating an escalating bargain between the women and the official.
Where are the numbers hidden in Drowning by Numbers?
The film places the numbers 1 through 100 in order throughout scenes, props, dialogue, and backgrounds. Spotting the sequence is a visual game layered over Peter Greenaway's murder narrative.
What games does Smut play in Drowning by Numbers?
Smut, Madgett's son, invents and records elaborate games involving animals, death, and ritualized rules. His games reinforce the film's fascination with counting, systems, and attempts to impose order on mortality.
Who composed the music for Drowning by Numbers?
Michael Nyman composed the score, continuing his notable collaboration with director Peter Greenaway. The music draws on material associated with Mozart and mirrors the film's repeating numerical structures.
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