Cast
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Ludivine Sagnier
as Clémentine
Thomas Blanchard
as Bruno
Thierry Lhermitte
as Knut
Roland Giraud
as Wagner
Max Mazzotta
as Bilio
Sasha Altea
as Erica
Roberto Attias
as Starsky
Pascal Rénéric
as Lionel
Greg Shore
as Shoggy
Marie Gili-Pierre
as Brigitte
Véronique Balme
as Caroline
Jose Duran
as Roger
Silvia Ferreri
as Irena
Marco Ficarra
as Marco
Stipo Jelec
as Igor
Crew
Director
- Jérôme Lévy
Producer
- Aïssa Djabri
- Manuel Munz
- Farid Lahouassa
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Great Idea 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 Jérôme Lévy 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 2000, 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 Great Idea took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 53 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 14 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 2000, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 27, 2000
- Runtime: 1h 30m