Cast
View AllValeria Bruni Tedeschi
as Maria Grazia Ardengo
Edoardo Pesce
as Leo Merumeci
Vincenzo Crea
as Michele Ardengo
Beatrice Grannò
as Carla Ardengo
Awa Ly
as Marame
Blu Yoshimi
as Lavinia
Giovanna Mezzogiorno
as Lisa
Giovanni Anzaldo
as Amico Leo (voice)
Eugenio di Fraia
as Marven 4
Denise Tantucci
as Amica Carla
Pilar Fogliati
as Invitata
Crew
Director
- Leonardo Guerra Seràgnoli
Producer
- Daniel Campos Pavoncelli
- Nicola Lusuardi
- Ines Vasiljević
- Benedetto Habib
- Marco Cohen
- Fabrizio Donvito
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Time of Indifference 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 Leonardo Guerra Seràgnoli 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 The Time of Indifference took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 135 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- 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:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 27, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 26m
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