Cast
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Patricia Saravy
as Paula
Magali Biff
as Antônia
Messias Góis
as Guto (Gustavo)
Lavinia Castelari
as Gabi (Gabriela)
Sérgio da Conceição
as Babão
Victor Dantas
as Beto
Isaias Costa
as Isaias
Matheus Dotto
as Matheus
José Eduardo Teobaldo
as Zé
Lipinho do LN
as Danilo
Matheus Rodrigues
as Fabinho
Ceará do Pastel
as Ambulante
Valter Mendes da Silva
as Gerente Flipper
Cícero Dario Jurumeira
as Funcionário do Pedalinho
Maria José
as Enfermeira
Crew
Director
- Thais Fujinaga
Writer
- Thais Fujinaga
Producer
- Lara Lima
- Thiago Macedo Correia
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Joy of Things 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 Thais Fujinaga 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 The Joy of Things took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 125 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 19, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 24m