Cast
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Tomas Arana
as President Harry Carrey
Giorgia Würth
as Sandra Porter
Tommy Campbell
as Dan Dale
Chance Mullen
as James Truman
Davide Ageno
as Bomb Squad
Maurizio Borzone
as Bomb Squad #2
Massimo Bosso
as Bomb Squad #3
Lazzaro Calcagno
as Jerry Meo
David Callahan
as Thomas Jasper
Nino Cancilla
as Bomb Squad #4
Gianni Casella
as Bomb Squad #5
Massimo Morini
as Max Wee Tans
Federica Saba
as Bomb Squad #6
Danilo Straulino
as Bomb Squad #7
Giorgia Vassallo
as Bomb Squad #8
Crew
Director
- Massimo Morini
Writer
- Enrica Guidotti
- Massimo Morini
Producer
- Massimo Morini
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, The President's Staff explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Massimo Morini 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 President's Staff took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.2 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 148 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1739 individual shots.
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: December 2, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 43m
- Budget: $200,000
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