Backdrop preview Precious backdrop
Precious

Precious (2024)

Jan 16, 2024 15m Documentary

Directed by Paris-based filmmaker Joaquim Bayle, PRECIOUS builds on Carhartt WIP’s last full-length skate project INSIDE OUT, which was released in 2022. The name of the project derives from the delicate yet gruelling process of shooting tricks on film. “Now that I understand skateboarding a little more, I wanted to pay tribute to its subversive form, its poetic form,” says Bayle of the feature, describing a “precious feeling I had when I started skateboarding and which, as I have gotten older, I've tended to forget.” In encapsulating this, he employs a multi-sensory approach. Warm, gauzy footage is punctuated by shutter clicks and black and white photography. Quiet moments of reflection are interrupted by the sound of wheels on concrete. Softly spoken word drifts in and out of a soundtrack of sludge metal and synthwave.

Watch Trailer
Directed by Joaquim Bayle

Cast

View All
Notis Aggelis
View Profile
Notis Aggelis

as

View Profile
Ewing Ayala

as

View Profile
Guy Azulay

as

View Profile
Tanner Burzinski

as

View Profile
Taylor Caruso

as

Eddie Cernicky
View Profile
Eddie Cernicky

as

View Profile
Enzo Kurmaskie

as

View Profile
Rob Maatman

as

View Profile
Noah Mahieu

as

View Profile
Jackie Michel

as

Jack O'Grady
View Profile
Jack O'Grady

as

Josh Pall
View Profile
Josh Pall

as

Max Palmer
View Profile
Max Palmer

as

View Profile
Riley Pavey

as

Ibu Sanyang
View Profile
Ibu Sanyang

as

Crew

Director
  • Joaquim Bayle
Writer
  • Alexander Kelvy
  • Joaquim Bayle
Producer
  • Joseph Biais
  • Reggie Colvin
  • Etienne Châtelain

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to review this movie!
Sign in to leave a review.

Thematic Analysis

Precious represents a fascinating example of Documentary cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Joaquim Bayle 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 Precious took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 15 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 45 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The costume department created over 111 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2024, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 16, 2024
  • Runtime: 15m

Similar Movies