Cast
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Fanny Cottençon
as Suzanne
Roger Coggio
as Figaro
Marie Laforêt
as La comtesse
Claude Giraud
as Le comte Almaviva
Yannick Debain
as Chérubin
Michel Galabru
as Bartholo
Line Renaud
as Marceline
Jean Lefebvre
as Bazile
Roger Carel
as Don Gusman Brid'oison
Paul Préboist
as Antonio
Stéphanie Tchou-Cotta
as Fanchette
Charles Charras
as Double-Main
Crew
Director
- Roger Coggio
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, La Folle Journée (Le Mariage de Figaro) examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Roger Coggio 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 1989, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of La Folle Journée (Le Mariage de Figaro) took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 170 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 204 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1178 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1989, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 20, 1989
- Runtime: 2h 50m