Cast
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Vincent Lacoste
as Vincent
Félix Moati
as Félix
Thomas Blumenthal
as Thomas
Jochen Hägele
as The Director
Lottie Andersen
as Yvonne
Antoine Poulet
as L'assistant
Adèle Wismes
as Sophie
Barbara Graustark
as L'amie de Félix
Muriel de Bary
as La psy / La mère
Victoria Machmudov
as Une Suédoise
Clara Lindman
as Une Suédoise
Johanna Lundberg
as Une Suédoise
Ségolène Vial
as Amie de Félix (voice)
Crew
Director
- Antoine de Bary
Writer
- Antoine de Bary
Producer
- Jean-François Duhamel
- Elias Belkeddar
- Nicolas Lhermitte
- Jean Duhamel
- Mourad Belkeddar
- Charles-Marie Anthonioz
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Birth of a Leader 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 Antoine de Bary 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 2016, 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 Birth of a Leader took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 15 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 62 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 259 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2016, 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
Details
- Release Date: May 17, 2016
- Runtime: 15m