Cast
View All
Gérard Depardieu
as Lionel Kasdan
JoeyStarr
as Frank Salek
Héléna Noguerra
as Angela Colson
Marthe Keller
as Laura Bernheim
Thierry Lhermitte
as Vernoux
Corinne Masiero
as Monique Mendez
Rüdiger Vogler
as Franz Hartmann
Mathieu Carrière
as Peter Hansen
Patrick Mimoun
as Archiviste jeune
Kevin Meffre
as Naciro
Ivan Franěk
as Vargos
Gérard Chaillou
as Sarkis
James Gerard
as Bill Ward
Joe Sheridan
as Goetz Willhen
Thom Hoffman
as Sean Singleton
Crew
Director
- Sylvain White
Writer
- Jean-Christophe Grangé
Producer
- Stephane Sperry
- Hubert Toint
- Gilles Waterkeyn
- Adrian Politowski
- Luc Bossi
- Ulf Israel
- Jean-Jacques Neira
- Helge Sasse
- Nadia Khamlichi
- Romain Le Grand
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Miserere represents a fascinating example of Thriller 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 Sylvain White 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 Miserere took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $20.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 106 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 148 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 269 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
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 26, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 46m
- Budget: $20,000,000