Cast
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Sveva Alviti
as Iolanda Gigliotti, aka "Dalida"
Riccardo Scamarcio
as Bruno Gigliotti, aka "Orlando"
Jean-Paul Rouve
as Lucien Morrise
Niels Schneider
as Jean Sobieski
Alessandro Borghi
as Luigi Tenco
Nicolas Duvauchelle
as Richard Chanfray
Valentina Carli
as Rosy Gigliotti
Patrick Timsit
as Bruno Coquatrix
Vincent Perez
as Eddie Barclay
Michaël Cohen
as Arnaud Desjardins
Laurent Bateau
as Psychiatre
Brenno Placido
as Lucio Sanieri
Philippe Blondelle
as Friend of Dalida
F. Haydee Borelli
as Giuseppina Gigliotti
Marieke Bouillette
as Drap d'Or cabaret singer
Crew
Director
- Lisa Azuelos
Writer
- Lisa Azuelos
Producer
- Romain Le Grand
- Adrian Politowski
- Bastien Sirodot
- Gilles Waterkeyn
- Vivien Aslanian
- Nadia Khamlichi
- Jérôme Seydoux
- Julien Madon
- Lisa Azuelos
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dalida 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 Lisa Azuelos 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 2017, 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 Dalida took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 124 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 178 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 34 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Dalida shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Bring Us Your Women, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Dalida offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Bob Marley: The Making of a Legend and How It Ends explore similar territory, Dalida stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 11, 2017
- Runtime: 2h 4m
- Revenue: $3,465
