Cast
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Bel Powley
as Lina Vilkas
Martin Wallström
as Nikolai Kretzsky
Sophie Cookson
as Ona
Tom Sweet
as Jonas Vilkas
Lisa Loven Kongsli
as Elena Vilkas
Sam Hazeldine
as Kostas Vilkas
Aistė Diržiūtė
as Joana
Greg Kolpakchi
as Greshnev
Jonah Hauer-King
as Andrius Aras
Nadja Bobyleva
as Marija
Dolya Gavanski
as Mrs. Aras
Timothy Innes
as Nojus
James Cosmo
as Mr. Stakas
Peter Franzén
as Commander Komarov
Adrian Schiller
as The Man Who Winds His Watch
Crew
Director
- Marius Markevicius
Producer
- Žilvinas Naujokas
- Chris Coen
- Marius Markevicius
- Prithvi Chavan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Ashes in the Snow 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 Marius Markevicius 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 2018, 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 Ashes in the Snow took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 141 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 73 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 490 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 12, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 39m
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