Cast
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Sara Serraiocco
as Giulia
Michele Riondino
as Libero
Marco Leonardi
as Celestino
Stefania Montorsi
as Costanza
Pippo Delbono
as Giacomo
Lucia Mascino
as Professoressa Donati
Martina Cerroni
as Simona
Giorgio Careccia
as Daniele
Maria Chiara Giannetta
as Loretta
Alessandra Vanzi
as Monica
Andrea Mautone
as Raffaele
Lidiya Liberman
as
Elena Ferrantini
as
Eva Allenbach
as Madre tossicodipendente
Eugenio Banella
as
Crew
Director
- Marco Danieli
Writer
- Marco Danieli
- Antonio Manca
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Worldly Girl 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 Marco Danieli 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 Worldly Girl took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 10, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 44m