Cast
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Nathalie Meskens
as Pippa Rombouts
Tom van Dyck
as Glenn Crombez
Ella Leyers
as Louba Lannoo
Sven de Ridder
as Leon Lannoo
Manou Kersting
as Leo
Wim Opbrouck
as Corneel Corbeels
Peter van den Begin
as Danny
Frank Aendenboom
as Jean Rombouts
Viviane de Muynck
as Lizette Crombez
Vicky Florus
as Mevrouw Broeckx
Daphne Wellens
as Sabine
Mark Stroobants
as Dimitri
Anke Helsen
as Mia
Brik Van Dijck
as Frank Slaets
Ivo Pauwels
as Louis Crombez
Crew
Director
- Mark Punt
Writer
- Mark Punt
Producer
- Mark Punt
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Pippa 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 Mark Punt 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 Pippa took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 129 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- 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: December 14, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 27m