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The Silver Forest

The Silver Forest (2019)

Sep 24, 2019 1h 28m Drama TV Movie

Roxana is a young Romanian nanny looking after 8-year-old Georges, the son of David and Elizabeth. David's a financier at the European Bank of Strasbourg. Working on a project for a motorway across Romania, David asks Roxana for some help.

Directed by Emmanuel Bourdieu

Cast

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Crew

Director
  • Emmanuel Bourdieu
Writer
  • Emmanuel Bourdieu
Producer
  • Hélène Delale

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Silver Forest 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 Emmanuel Bourdieu 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 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 The Silver Forest took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 88 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2019, when this film is released:
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: September 24, 2019
  • Runtime: 1h 28m

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