Cast
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Fabrizio Rongione
as Alexandre Schmidt
Christelle Prot
as Aliénor Schmidt
Ludovico Succio
as Goffredo
Arianna Nastro
as Lavinia
Hervé Compagne
as Ministre
Sabine Ponte
as Isabelle
Clément Cogitore
as André
Michele Franco
as Concierge de la Sapienza
Chiara Malta
as Maria Rosaria Vittori
Sébastien Laudenbach
as Thomas Gridaine
Eugène Green
as Le Chaldéen
Crew
Director
- Eugène Green
Writer
- Eugène Green
Producer
- Alessandro Borrelli
- Martine De Clermont-Tonnerre
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, La Sapienza 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 Eugène Green 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 2014, 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 La Sapienza took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 140 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2441 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- 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: August 1, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 40m
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