Cast
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Yojath Okamoto
as Dante
Ana Valeria Becerril
as Lucy
Joshua Okamoto
as Román
Diego Lavalle
as Jorge
Gustavo González
as Rata
Guido Gueta
as Luis
Gustavo Cruz
as David
María del Roble
as Mom
Ricardo Travieso
as Pablo
Gabriel Nuncio
as Marco
José Murillo
as Hoodlum 2
Ramón López
as Hoodlum 1
Eryka Fernández
as Nurse
Crew
Director
- Sebastián Padilla-Padilla
Producer
- Gabriel Nuncio
- Adán Pérez
- Alexandro Aldrete
- Alejandro Durán
- Erwin Jaquez
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Death to Summer 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 Sebastián Padilla-Padilla 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 2021, 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 Death to Summer took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 77 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 17, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 17m
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