Cast
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Alejandro Tous
as Gárate
Olaf Fernández
as Omar
Agustín Ruiz
as Garcia
Zoraida Kroley
as Kela
Eduardo Velasco
as Useless
Rubén Escámez
as Skai-Walker
Arantxa Valdivia
as Jana
Carolina Touceda
as Luna
Mario Martín
as Zamora
Charo Soria
as Sara
Alejandra P. Pastrana
as Adriana
Guadalupe Lancho
as Asia
César Sanz
as Héctor
Íñigo Espert
as León
Iker Ortiz de Zárate
as Samuel
Crew
Director
- Eusebio Pastrana
Writer
- Eusebio Pastrana
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Spinnin' 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 Eusebio Pastrana 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 2008, 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 Spinnin' took approximately 32 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 134 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1108 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 44 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 21, 2008
- Runtime: 1h 50m