Cast
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Dagmara Dominczyk
as Ada Rosińska
Katarzyna Warnke
as Roksana
Małgorzata Hajewska-Krzysztofik
as Karolina
Andrzej Konopka
as Adam
Karol Pocheć
as Bronek
Piotr Żurawski
as Tommy
Anja Antonowicz
as Journalist Katja
Peter Lohmeyer
as Markus
Davina Chanel Fox
as Receptionist
Robin Bongarts
as Apprentice
Maja Stuchlik
as Girl
Maciej Nawrocki
as Father
Mila Mazur
as Kalina
Maurycy Mazur
as Karol
Anna Skulska
as Mother with Child
Crew
Director
- Kamila Tarabura
Producer
- Andrzej Muszyński
- Lennart Lenzing
- Michael Eckelt
- Lena Zimmerhackel
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Travel Essentials 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 Kamila Tarabura 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 Travel Essentials took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 140 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 10 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.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- 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: September 27, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 45m