Cast
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Benoît Poelvoorde
as Philippe
Kad Merad
as Louis
Fred Testot
as Henri
Valérie Donzelli
as Nathalie
Charlotte Le Bon
as Natacha
Zabou Breitman
as Victoire
Cristiana Réali
as Eléonore
Léa Drucker
as Patricia
Linh-Dan Pham
as Lai (as Lin-Dan Pham)
Marie-Christine Barrault
as La mère
Denis Podalydès
as Dr. Stanislas de Lastic
Gilles Gaston-Dreyfus
as Jean-Loup
Francis Van Litsenborgh
as Père Aymeric
Gaby Fragnaud
as Amélie
Antonin Chalon
as Amaury
Crew
Director
- Bruno Lavaine
- Nicolas Charlet
Writer
- Bruno Lavaine
- Nicolas Charlet
Producer
- Nicolas Altmayer
- Eric Altmayer
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Big Bad Wolf represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Romance 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 Bruno Lavaine 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 2013, 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 The Big Bad Wolf took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 107 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 163 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 136 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 27, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 47m