Review of Don Quixote (1992) by Miles T — 24 Sep 2018

This film is underrated. The current print provides more than a hint of how Welles' would have rendered the story. Welles directing is mischievous. It is possible to argue that the editing is flawed; however, the use of Welles recorded dialog (where it exists) demonstrates good faith.

Equally, the quality of the print and dubbing detract from the film and suggest that a remastering (and re-dubbing) is long overdue. Whether the assembly is true to Welles intention is debatable; however, the film provides a useful insight into Welles other unfinished film - 'The Other Side of The Wind'.

In fact, the themes Welles explores in his Don Quixote seem to be reflected in this later film that was completed in 2018. This is a film worth preserving.