Cast
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Emir Kusturica
as Secondo
Kseniya Rappoport
as Lana
Domenico Diele
as Pietro
Adriano Giannini
as Lorenzo
Giovanni Vettorazzo
as Stanislao
Maria Roveran
as Sandra
Rinat Khismatouline
as Lazlo
Danilo Panzeri
as Attilio
Marco Tenti
as Manlio
Adriano Mosca
as Davide
Diego Ribon
as Dario
Nusret Salija
as Vladan
Armend Salija
as Mirolslav
Bambara Aboubacar
as bambino immigrato
Franco Paissan
as guardia forestale
Crew
Director
- Claudio Noce
Writer
- Francesca Manieri
- Elisa Amoruso
- Claudio Noce
Producer
- Francesco Tatò
- Matteo Rovere
- Andrea Paris
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Ice Forest represents a fascinating example of Thriller cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Claudio Noce 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 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 The Ice Forest took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2394 individual shots.
- 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.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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
Details
- Release Date: October 23, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 39m
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