Cast
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Ana Girardot
as Chloé
Samuel Jouy
as Mathieu
Giovanni Pucci
as Jules
Fabien Houssaye
as Ogre
Albertine Rivière
as Alice
Félix Malherbe
as
Emile Thenard
as
Roman Malherbe
as
Charlie Thenard
as
Claire Marin
as
Gwenaël Fournier
as
Clément Galzenati
as
Cannelle Helgey
as
Morgane Lacroix
as
Marion Festraëts
as
Crew
Director
- Arnaud Malherbe
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Fantasy/Drama film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Ogre presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Arnaud Malherbe 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 2022, 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 Ogre took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 103 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1271 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2022, 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: April 20, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 43m