Cast
View AllCsaba Polgár
as Péter Horvát
Eric Peterson
as Hogarth
Ádám Fekete
as Zsolt Horvát
Kate Vernon
as Camille
Ildikó Bánsági
as Erzsi
Angelo Tsarouchas
as Adrian Hines
Marshall Williams
as Chris
Benz Antoine
as Jerome Vick Jr.
Andrew Moodie
as Agent Simmons
Mark Day
as FBI Agent
Jenna Warren
as Isobel
Diána Magdolna Kiss
as Dóra
Brianna Barnes
as Young Emma May
Jesse Aaron Dwyre
as Young Hogarth
Stuart Fink
as Young Rappaport
Crew
Director
- György Pálfi
Writer
- György Pálfi
- Gergö V. Nagy
- Zsófia Ruttkay
Producer
- Michael Dobbin
- Ferenc Pusztai
- Charles V. Bender
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, His Master's Voice 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 György Pálfi 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 His Master's Voice took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 168 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2018, 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: December 20, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 48m