Cast
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Märt Pius
as Taavi
Miklós Bányai
as Maximillion
Steffi Pähn
as Liisa
Ivo Uukkivi
as Banker Erik
Amanda Hermiine Künnapas
as Armani
Einar Kuusk
as Branimir
Mari Lill
as Granny Aino
Mathias Kermes
as Kevin
Indrek Kasela
as Boat Captain
Aidan Carroll
as László
Brian Byrd
as Cautious Investor
Pulkit Jaiswal
as New York Businessman
Katariina Unt
as Recycling Station Lady
Do Hyun Kang
as Korean Crypto Entrepreneur
Carlos Pinedo Texidor
as Tropical Banker
Crew
Director
- Rain Rannu
Writer
- Rain Rannu
Producer
- Tõnu Hiielaid
- Rain Rannu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Free Money 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 Rain Rannu 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 2023, 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 Free Money took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 44m