Cast
Alexis Lefebvre
Julianne Côté
Normand Daoust
Étienne Galloy
Muller Hammadi
Brigitte Poupart
Sébastien René
Crew
Director
- Rémi St-Michel
Producer
- Sébastien Létourneau
- Christian Larouche
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Comedy/Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Une bombe au coeur distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Rémi St-Michel 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 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 Une bombe au coeur took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 21 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 53 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 401 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 830 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- 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: July 11, 2019
- Runtime: 21m