Cast
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Roschdy Zem
as Elyas
Laëtitia Eïdo
as Amina
Nabil Elouahabi
as El Saïd
Sherwan Haji
as Jamal
Dimitri Storoge
as Yann
Jeanne Michel
as Nour
Frédéric Maranber
as Brabus
Aguibou Ba
as Noah
Leonid Glushchenko
as Francis
Toussaint Martinetti
as Vasquez
Olivia Bonamy
as Tata
Sième Miladi
as Sara
Randa Berrouba-Tani
as Sonia
Murat Subaşı
as Homme réfugié qui chante
Eric Savin
as Durante
Crew
Director
- Florent-Emilio Siri
Writer
- Nicolas Laquerrière
Producer
- Thomas Berthon-Fischman
- Mathias Rubin
- Cédric Iland
Reviews
MovieGuys
Elyas is master class in how to make a frenetic, engaging military action flick.
This film is wall to wall action that not only does not stop it gets better and better, as the film progresses. It even manages to have a decent, if familiar, back story to tie things together.
In summary, its been a long time since I have enjoyed a military style action film this much. A must watch for those of us who enjoy this genre.
Nov 7, 2024
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Elyas distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Florent-Emilio Siri 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 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 Elyas took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $12.5 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 149 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2024, 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: July 3, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 39m
- Budget: $12,460,000
- Revenue: $1,359,330