Cast
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Marion Cotillard
as Elia
Stanislas Merhar
as Théo
Wadeck Stanczak
as Laurence
Pierre Vaneck
as Aaron
Carlo Brandt
as Freddy
Laura del Sol
as Olga
Jean-Claude de Goros
as Tonio
Etienne Chicot
as Quicailler
Julien Rassam
as Le résistant #1
Daniel Vérité
as Le résistant #2
Christian Guérinel
as Le résistant #3
Crew
Director
- Alexandre Aja
Producer
- Alexandre Arcady
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Furia examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Alexandre Aja 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 1999, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Furia took approximately 36 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 112 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 397 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1999, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 1, 1999
- Runtime: 1h 30m