Cast
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Jamin Pugh
as Jay Briscoe
Mark Pugh
as Mark Briscoe
Paul Gruber
as Wheeler Yuta
Marina Shafir
as Herself
Eduardo Moore
as Eddie Kingston
Michael Cuellari
as QT Marshall
Adrienne Reese
as Athena
Ashley Lomberger
as Madison Rayne
Joseph Robinson
as Juice Robinson
Brandon Bogle
as Brandon Cutler
Yuka Sakazaki
as Herself
Claudio Castagnoli
as Himself
Daniel Covell
as Christopher Daniels
Austin Jenkins
as Adam Cole
Nuufolau Joel Seanoa
as Samoa Joe
Crew
Director
- Tony Khan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Jay Briscoe: Celebration of Life distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Tony Khan 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 pacing and visual storytelling 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 Jay Briscoe: Celebration of Life took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 185 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 240 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 27, 2023
- Runtime: 3h 5m