Cast
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Jason Ritter
as Guy
Iva Gocheva
as Girl
Greta Fernández
as Miranda
Tucker Smallwood
as Teacher
Karl Glusman
as Chaos
Silvan Friedman
as Boy
Roberto Cots
as Father
Dominique Swain
as Woman in the Long Dress
Matthew Goulish
as Guardian
Kirsten Kairos
as Computer
Arianna Messner
as Running Girl
Ryan Czerwonko
as Man In the Parka
Nathaniel Andrew
as Man with the Flare
Derrick Aguis
as Man With the Pipe
Brandon Bowens
as Survivor
Crew
Director
- Claire Carré
Writer
- Claire Carré
- Charles Spano
Producer
- Karen Fischer
- Mevlut Akkaya
- Warren Fischer
- Claire Carré
- Charles Spano
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Embers 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 Claire Carré 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 2015, 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 Embers took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 105 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 242 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2015, 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
While Embers shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike How It Ends, which focuses more on action than character development, Embers subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Ma Belle, My Beauty and War Pony explore similar territory, Embers 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: September 18, 2015
- Runtime: 1h 25m
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