Cast
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Antonio Albanese
as Cetto La Qualunque
Sergio Rubini
as Gerardo "Jerry" Salerno
Lorenza Indovina
as Carmen La Qualunque
Nicola Rignanese
as Pino 'O Straniero'
Davide Giordano
as Carmelo "Melo" La Qualunque
Veronica Da Silva
as Isabel De Los Santos detta Cosa, la compagna sudamericana
Mario Cordova
as Falso Invalido
Massimo Cagnina
as Geometra
Maurizio Comito
as Comito
Alfonso Postiglione
as Ragioniere
Salvatore Cantalupo
as Giovanni De Santis
Antonio Gerardi
as Tenente Cavallaro
Manfredi Saavedra
as Biondo
Massimo De Lorenzo
as Calogero
Luigi Maria Burruano
as Imprenditore
Crew
Director
- Giulio Manfredonia
Producer
- Domenico Procacci
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Whatsoeverly represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Giulio Manfredonia 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2011, 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 Whatsoeverly took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 115 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1028 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 335 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 2011, 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
While Whatsoeverly shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Whatsoeverly subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Shaun of the Dead and Monty Python and the Holy Grail explore similar territory, Whatsoeverly stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 21, 2011
- Runtime: 1h 33m
