Cast
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Sonja Richter
as Karen
Marcin Dorociński
as Maciej Kockhański
Michael Nyqvist
as Johan, mąż K.
Janusz Franciszek Komodowski
as lekarz
Monika Krzywkowska
as żona Maćka
Olga Bołądź
as Olga, studentka Maćka
Rafał Fudalej
as Tomek
Zygmunt Malanowicz
as recepcjonista w hotelu "Europejskim"
Jakub Snochowski
as recepcjonista w hotelu
Michał Chilicki
as mężczyzna w hotelu "Europejskim"
Teresa Owczynnikow
as stara kobieta na klatce schodowej
Hubert Zawojek
as syn Maćka
Alberte Blichfeldt
as Josefine
Tammi Øst
as Marie
Sara Hjort Ditlevsen
as Receptionist
Crew
Director
- Per Fly
Writer
- Per Fly
- Dorthe Warnø Høgh
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Woman Who Dreamed of a Man 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 Per Fly 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 2010, 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 The Woman Who Dreamed of a Man took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $4.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 135 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2010, 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
Details
- Release Date: January 21, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Budget: $4,000,000