In 1973, Peter Sellers attempted to sabotage the production of a pirate comedy film in Cyprus, leading to a chaotic and unreleased project.
Synopsis
In 1973, Peter Sellers attempted to sabotage the production of a pirate comedy film in Cyprus, leading to a chaotic and unreleased project.
Go deeperPeople
View all →
Synopsis
In September 1973, Peter Sellers arrived in Cyprus to film the pirate comedy Ghost in the Noonday Sun for Columbia Pictures. Director Peter Medak recounts the chaotic production that followed, marked by Sellers' erratic behavior and attempts to sabotage the project. The film faced numerous challenges, including difficult shooting conditions and constant rewrites by Spike Milligan. Despite the turmoil, the film was completed but never released. Medak reflects on the lasting impact of this experience on his career and personal life.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Peter Medak recount his traumatic experience with Sellers.
- Find out how a film production can unravel dramatically.
- Meet the cast and crew who faced chaos during filming.
Did You Know
- Peter Sellers attempted to sabotage the film by firing producers in 1973.
- The film was shot in Cyprus and was never released to theaters by Columbia Pictures.
- Peter Medak made three well-received films in five years before this project.
- The documentary won Best Documentary at The Beverly Hills Film Festival in April 2019.
Perfect For
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Ghost of Peter Sellers?
Peter Medak directed The Ghost of Peter Sellers.
What year was The Ghost of Peter Sellers released?
The Ghost of Peter Sellers was released in 2018.
What was the original film that Peter Sellers was attached to in 1973?
Peter Sellers was attached to a pirate-themed comedy film entitled Ghost in the Noonday Sun.
Awards & Festivals
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Browse more like this
Browse more by Peter Medak
View all films →
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments