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Weightless

Weightless (2024)

Nov 28, 2024 1h 34m Drama

Gian, a 65-year-old ethnomusicology professor, fights the darkness caused by the sudden onset of amnesia. Flashes of the past, that blend with hazy archive footage, haunt his mind like a phantasmagoria of images. Despairing, Gian tries to end things, but he fails. In the aftermath, Miriam, the daughter he does not recognize, moves into his apartment with her son Elyas. She helps him find a diary written into his twenties that revolves around Leila, a girl with whom he discovers love in the space of one night. This emotion exacerbates Gian’s pain but pushes him to recover his memory.

Directed by Sara Fgaier

Cast

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Sara Serraiocco
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Sara Serraiocco

as Miriam

Andrea Renzi
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Andrea Renzi

as Gian

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Emilio Francis Scarpa

as Gian giovane

Lise Lomi
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Lise Lomi

as

Maria Fernanda Cândido
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Maria Fernanda Cândido

as

Stefano Rossi Giordani
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Stefano Rossi Giordani

as

Amira Chebli
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Amira Chebli

as

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Elyas Turki

as

Crew

Director
  • Sara Fgaier
Writer
  • Sara Fgaier
  • Sabrina Cusano
  • Maurizio Buquicchio
Producer
  • Lucille Cristaldi
  • Sara Fgaier
  • Marco Alessi
  • Serena Alfieri

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Weightless 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 Sara Fgaier 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 Weightless took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 132 minutes long.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The film contains approximately 2174 individual shots.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.

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: November 28, 2024
  • Runtime: 1h 34m

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