Cast
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Francesco Di Leva
as Andrea
Gianfranco Gallo
as Ciro
Miriam Candurro
as Lucia
Giuseppe Pirozzi
as Tommaso
Luca Saccoia
as Enzo
Gianni Parisi
as Nonno Carlo
Patrizia Spinosi
as Nonna Assunta
Ernesto Mahieux
as Preside
Ivan Castiglione
as Matteo
Santa De Santis
as Marta
Paola Sambo
as Rosa
Lorenzo Balducci
as
Crew
Director
- Paolo Cipolletta
Writer
- Paolo Cipolletta
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Towards Happiness 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 Paolo Cipolletta 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 Towards Happiness took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 149 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1115 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- 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: November 4, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 34m