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With the Grace of a God

With the Grace of a God (2023)

Nov 23, 2023 1h 14m Drama

Back in Genoa for the first time in twenty-five years, to attend the funeral of his best friend from when he was growing up, Luca reunites with the old gang of yore. All of them are sure that the late lamented had brought it on himself, with his dissipated lifestyle. Not Luca: he wants to know, investigate, understand. He searches his memory, in a city as changed as he is, as characters and situations reemerge ghost-like from a buried past, along with Luca’s own true nature, which he thought he had definitively tamed.

Directed by Alessandro Roja

Cast

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Tommaso Ragno
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Tommaso Ragno

as Luca

Maya Sansa
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Maya Sansa

as

Sergio Romano
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Sergio Romano

as

Paolo Pierobon
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Paolo Pierobon

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Mathe Kabe

as Luca Giovane

Crew

Director
  • Alessandro Roja
Producer
  • Luigi Napoleone
  • Massimo Di Rocco

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, With the Grace of a God 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 Alessandro Roja 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 With the Grace of a God took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 74 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 94 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The musical score contains over 57 unique compositions.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2023, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • 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: November 23, 2023
  • Runtime: 1h 14m

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