Cast
Karim Leklou
Aymeric
Laetitia Dosch
Florence
Sara Giraudeau
Olivia
Bertrand Belin
Christophe
Noée Abita
Aurélie
Andranic Manet
Jim (23 years old)
Eol Personne
Jim (7-10 years old)
Suzanne De Baecque
Léa
Mireille Herbstmeyer
Monique
Sabrina Seyvecou
Cécile
Marguerite Machuel
Charlotte (23 ans)
Robinson Stévenin
Titi
Christine Dory
La mère d'Aymeric
Pierre Morel
Acolyte Titi
Omar Saad
Père d'Aymeric
Crew
Director
- Arnaud Larrieu
- Jean-Marie Larrieu
Writer
- Jean-Marie Larrieu
- Arnaud Larrieu
Producer
- Saïd Ben Saïd
- Kevin Chneiweiss
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Jim's Story 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 Arnaud Larrieu 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 2024, 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 Jim's Story took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1221 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- 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: August 14, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 41m