Cast
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Tallulah Cassavetti
as Esther
Ana Neborac
as Sister Laetitia
Corentin Fila
as Jean
Romain Guillermic
as The party boy
Carole Franck
as Mother Superior
Claire Duburcq
as La retraitante
Julie Depardieu
as La mère d'Esther
Jean-Louis Coulloc'h
as Clochard
Gilles Treton
as Chauffeur de taxi
Waël Klamis
as Barman
Jérémy Vincent
as L'amant de la mère
Nicolas Héraud
as
Anaïs Herviant
as
Camille Herrera
as
Marylou Soudan
as
Crew
Director
- Anna Cazenave Cambet
Writer
- Marie-Stéphane Imbert
- Anna Cazenave Cambet
Producer
- Charles Gillibert
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Gold for Dogs 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 Cazenave Cambet 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 2021, 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 Gold for Dogs took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 119 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 30, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 39m