Cast
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Isabelle Cyr
as Karmina
Robert Brouillette
as Philippe
Yves P. Pelletier
as Vlad
France Castel
as Esmeralda
Gildor Roy
as Ghislain Chabot / Patrick
Mario Saint-Amand
as Pierre Boutin
Sylvie Potvin
as Baronne
Diane Lavallée
as Linda
Pierre Chagnon
as David
Alexis Martin
as Monsieur Martel
Mireille Thibault
as Germaine
Jean-Guy Bouchard
as Policier #1
Guy-Daniel Tremblay
as Policier #2
André Gauthier
as Voisin de Chabot
Gordon Masten
as Curé
Crew
Director
- Gabriel Pelletier
Writer
- Yves P. Pelletier
- Ann Burke
- Gabriel Pelletier
- Andrée Pelletier
Producer
- Nicole Robert
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Horror/Romance film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Karmina presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Gabriel Pelletier 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 1996, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Karmina took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 151 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1996, when this film was released:
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 26, 1996
- Runtime: 1h 50m