Cast
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Marcel Sabourin
as Ernest
René Caron
as Roland
Luce Guilbeault
as Berthe
J. Léo Gagnon
as Oncle Arthur
Jean-Pierre Saulnier
as Rosaire
Gabriel Arcand
as Ti-bi
Maurice Gauvin
as The man with the rings
Hélène Loiselle
as Mother
Julien Lippé
as Father
Denys Arcand
as Detective
Serge Thériault
as A customer
Andree Lalonde
as The blonde
Suzanne Valéry
as Amie de Roland
Sophie Carrière
as Enfant
Stéphane Carrière
as Enfant
Crew
Director
- Denys Arcand
Writer
- Jacques Benoît
Producer
- Pierre Lamy
- Marguerite Duparc
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dirty Money 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 Denys Arcand 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 1972, 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 Dirty Money took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.1 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 158 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1972, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 15, 1972
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Budget: $113,624