Cast
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Mercedes Morán
as Inés
Marcelo Alonso
as Gerardo
María Valverde
as Young Inés
Pedro Fontaine
as Young Gerardo
Caio Blat
as Antonio
Néstor Cantillana
as Antonio (voice)
Felipe Armas
as Justo
Gabriel Urzúa
as Young Justo
María Gracia Omegna
as Nadia
Mario Horton
as José
Jaime Vadell
as Don Ricardo
Benjamín Westfall
as Doctor Sepúlveda
Francisco Soto
as PDI Officer
Mauricio Roa
as PDI Officer
Paulo Brunetti
as Correa
Crew
Director
- Andrés Wood
Producer
- Alejandra García
- Paula Cosenza
- Nathalia Videla Peña
- Juan Pablo Gugliotta
- Denise Gomes
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Spider 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 Andrés Wood 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 2019, 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 Spider took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 157 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The costume department created over 469 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2019, 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: August 15, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 48m