Cast
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Nabil Rajo
as Hakeem Nour
Jahmil French
as Anthony 'A-Mac' Macdonald
Fanny Mallette
as Madame Tessier
Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
as Ramaz 'Ram'
Marc Rowland
as Aleksy
Brent Skagford
as Ilija
Oluniké Adeliyi
as Amina Nour
Juliette Gariépy
as Maxine
Juliette Gosselin
as Anna
Patrick Goyette
as Détective Bélanger
Théodore Pellerin
as Dev
Djibril Touré
as Ali Nour
Jean Petitclerc
as M. DiBiase
Émeraude Lapointe-Provost
as Daphnée
Alex Stines
as Tueur à gages russe
Crew
Director
- Darren Curtis
Writer
- Darren Curtis
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Boost 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 Darren Curtis 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 2017, 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 Boost took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $1.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 345 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 2017, 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: April 7, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Budget: $1,013,000
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