Cast
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Sergei Bezrukov
as
Anastasiya Bezrukova
as
Karina Andolenko
as
Alyona Babenko
as
Mariya Smolnikova
as
Tamara Akulova
as
Sergey Gazarov
as
Vladimir Menshov
as
Dmitriy Khrustalev
as Himself
Valery Gergiev
as Himself
Irina Lerman
as
Stepan Kulikov
as
Galina Bokashevskaya
as
Sergey Vershinin
as
Radu Poklitaru
as
Crew
Director
- Anna Matison
Writer
- Anna Matison
- Timur Ezugbaya
Producer
- Anna Matison
- Aleksei Kublitskiy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, After You're Gone 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 Anna Matison 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 After You're Gone took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 120 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 165 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1869 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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: June 9, 2016
- Runtime: 2h