Cast
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as Lea
Vincenzo Amato
as Salvo
Gianfranco Cudrano
as Maresciallo dei carabinieri
Daniele Monachella
as Nino
Piercarlo Porru
as
Luciano Curreli
as
Franz Cantalupo
as
Davide Grillo
as
Sofia Balossino
as
Soraya Secci
as
Mohamed El Aammari
as
El Ghirafi Hamza
as
Rosalia Careddu
as
Naoufel Soussi
as
Fiorenzo Mattu
as
Crew
Director
- Marco Amenta
Writer
- Ugo Chiti
- Niccolò Stazzi
- Roberto Scarpetti
- Marco Amenta
Producer
- Simonetta Amenta
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Through the Waves 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 Marco Amenta 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 2022, 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 Through the Waves took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 57 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- 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: December 7, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 34m