Cast
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Alban Lenoir
as Niels Cartier
Jean Reno
as Serge Buren
Sofia Essaïdi
as Aurore Chalet
Stéfi Celma
as Ricci
Cassiopée Mayance
as Charlotte-Serge
Sébastien Lalanne
as Genoves
Jean-Toussaint Bernard
as Boulez
Oumar Diaw
as Manu
Barbara Elisabeth Bühl
as Eden
Adrien Ménielle
as Vranic
Charlie Rawes
as
Peter van den Begin
as Dutso Kovo
Sergej Onopko
as Trilok
Simon Astier
as Kontaktmann
Paul Deby
as
Crew
Director
- Benjamin Rocher
Producer
- Raphaël Rocher
- Éric Laroche
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Squad: Home Run 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 Benjamin Rocher 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 The Squad: Home Run took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 25, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 33m
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