Cast
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Riccardo Scamarcio
as Davide Bias
Sharon Stone
as Ludovica Stern
Cristiana Capotondi
as Silvia
Giovanna Ralli
as madre di Davide
Ascanio Balbo
as Nik
Lucia Rossi
as Beatrice
Christian Stelluti
as Walter Van Vooren
Osvaldo Ruggieri
as Beppe Masiero
Tommaso Ragno
as marito di Ludovica
Sandro Dori
as Notaio
Fabio Ferrari
as Agente letterario
Antonio Caracciolo
as Enrico
Fabrizio Amicucci
as Marco Amadei
Paolo Fiorino
as Lanzillo
Patrizio Pelizzi
as Poliziotto
Crew
Director
- Pupi Avati
Producer
- Antonio Avati
- Mario Mazzarotto
- Flavia Parnasi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, A Golden Boy 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 Pupi Avati 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 A Golden Boy took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 102 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1117 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 18, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 42m