Cast
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Cyril Descours
as Le garçon
Sabrina Ouazani
as Samia
Éric Caravaca
as Eric
Priscilla Attal-Sfez
as Sophie
Catherine Arditi
as Candidate facho
Damien Bonnard
as Invité à la fête
Arnaud Ducret
as Kevin
Franck Pitiot
as Fernand
Serge Riaboukine
as Cuistot
Xavier Maly
as Bertrand
Martine Fontaine
as Femme de Fernand
Samuel Étienne
as Le présentateur du journal télévisé
Crew
Director
- Laurent Herbiet
Writer
- Laurent Herbiet
- Christian Roux
Producer
- Alain Guesnier
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Le Chant des sirènes 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 Laurent Herbiet 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 Le Chant des sirènes took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 137 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 62 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- 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: June 18, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 30m