Cast
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Áron Ferenczik
as Áron Szentesi
Miklós Horváth
as Miklós Hamza
Bálint Györiványi
as Bálint Györvári
Tamás Owczarek
as Tamás Juhász
Roland Lukács
as Roland
Juli Jakab
as Eszter
Katalin Takács
as Szentesiné Erzsébet
Zsolt Kovács
as Szentesi Endre
Zalán Makranczi
as Szentesi Balázs
Maria Leite
as Maria
Kata Bach
as Tinta Éva
Lóránt Csorba
as Portugese guy
Gábor Hermann
as Munkaügyis
Judit Tarr
as HR Zsanett
Erika Kapronczai
as Anna
Crew
Director
- Gábor Reisz
Writer
- Gábor Reisz
Producer
- Júlia Berkes
- Miklós Bosnyák
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, For Some Inexplicable Reason 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 Gábor Reisz 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 critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of For Some Inexplicable Reason took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 2225 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While For Some Inexplicable Reason shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Usual Suspects, which focuses more on action than character development, For Some Inexplicable Reason offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Damnation and A Kind of America 2. explore similar territory, For Some Inexplicable Reason stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: July 10, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 36m
