Cast
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Michael Imperioli
as Bennie Gazza
Ana Padrão
as Stella
John Ventimiglia
as Veebie
David Proval
as Mr. Gus
Drena De Niro
as Drea
Nick Sandow
as Dominic
Meital Dohan
as Meitali
Jani Zhao
as Chung Li
Selma Uamusse
as Selma
Manuel João Vieira
as Zampino
Arthur J. Nascarella
as Warren
Mike Starr
as Ripa
Leandro De Niro Rodriguez
as The Kid
Nobu Nagatsuma
as Customer on stage
Luís Filipe Eusébio
as Bartender Good Vibrations
Crew
Director
- Bruno de Almeida
Producer
- Jason Kliot
- Michael Imperioli
- Bruno de Almeida
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Cabaret Maxime 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 Bruno de Almeida 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 2018, 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 Cabaret Maxime took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 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 cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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: May 31, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 34m