Cast
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Georgi Taratorkin
as Rudolph Jordache
Regimantas Adomaitis
as Theodore Boylan
Nelė Savičenko
as Gretchen Jordache
Liubomiras Laucevicius
as Axel Jordache
Romualdas Ramanauskas
as Willy Abbott
Juozas Budraitis
as Denton
Gediminas Girdvainis
as Dwyer
Mirdza Martinsone
as Kate
Arnis Licitis
as
Remigijus Sabulis
as Tom Jordache
Vytautas Sapranauskas
as Svečias
Crew
Director
- Arūnas Žebriūnas
Writer
- Saulius Tomas Kondrotas
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Rich Man, Poor Man... examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Arūnas Žebriūnas 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 1982, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Rich Man, Poor Man... took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 240 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 292 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 30 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 354 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1982, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 6, 1982
- Runtime: 4h