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A Bicycle Lesson

A Bicycle Lesson (2016)

Sep 18, 2016 11m Drama

When a call from home interrupts her fun weekend plans, Sabrina travels to the suburbs to visit her mom, Ruby. Ruby welcomes her impatient daughter with a home cooked lunch and a request: teach her to ride a bicycle. Sabrina begrudgingly obliges. Together mom and daughter struggle through a bicycle lesson that becomes increasingly humorous as personalities clash and frustrations mount. But when Sabrina cuts the lesson short and returns the bicycle to the garage, she discovers a disturbing secret that her mother has kept from her. A secret that not only forces them to deal with their broken relationship but also has promise to bring them closer in a way that neither of them expected.

Directed by Renuka Jeyapalan

Cast

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Gregory Ambrose Calderone
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Gregory Ambrose Calderone

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Veena Sood
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Veena Sood

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Supinder Wraich
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Supinder Wraich

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Crew

Director
  • Renuka Jeyapalan
Writer
  • Renuka Jeyapalan
Producer
  • Lauren Corber

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, A Bicycle Lesson examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Renuka Jeyapalan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2016, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of A Bicycle Lesson took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 11 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 40 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 52 unique compositions.
  • The film contains approximately 1138 individual shots.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2016, when this film is released:
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: September 18, 2016
  • Runtime: 11m

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