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A Bicycle Lesson

A Bicycle Lesson (2016)

Sep 18, 2016 11m Drama

When a call from home interrupts her fun weekend plans, Sabrina travels to the suburbs to visit her mom, Ruby. Ruby welcomes her impatient daughter with a home cooked lunch and a request: teach her to ride a bicycle. Sabrina begrudgingly obliges. Together mom and daughter struggle through a bicycle lesson that becomes increasingly humorous as personalities clash and frustrations mount. But when Sabrina cuts the lesson short and returns the bicycle to the garage, she discovers a disturbing secret that her mother has kept from her. A secret that not only forces them to deal with their broken relationship but also has promise to bring them closer in a way that neither of them expected.

Directed by Renuka Jeyapalan

Cast

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Gregory Ambrose Calderone
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Gregory Ambrose Calderone

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Veena Sood
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Veena Sood

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Supinder Wraich
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Supinder Wraich

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Crew

Director
  • Renuka Jeyapalan
Writer
  • Renuka Jeyapalan
Producer
  • Lauren Corber

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, A Bicycle Lesson 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 Renuka Jeyapalan 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 2016, 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 A Bicycle Lesson took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 11 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 60 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
  • The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2016, when this film is released:
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: September 18, 2016
  • Runtime: 11m

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