Cast
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Jon Jon Geitel
as Jed
Pihla Maalismaa
as Lulu
Heikki Silvennoinen
as Saastamoinen
Antti Virmavirta
as Markku Laakso
Kari Heiskanen
as Juhani Pohjakallio
Risto Salmi
as Iso-Antti
Joonas Makkonen
as Körri's banger
Kristiina Elstelä
as Veera
Milla Kaitalahti
as Salla
Marjaana Maijala
as Marja, Lulun äiti
Katariina Kaitue
as Eeva Pohjakallio, Jedin äiti
Oiva Lohtander
as Pikku-Antti
Jon Eikemo
as Børje
Max Ovaska
as Körri
Taisto Reimaluoto
as Immonen
Crew
Director
- Raimo O. Niemi
Producer
- Markku Flink
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Garbage Prince represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Romance cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Raimo O. Niemi 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2011, 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 Garbage Prince took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 131 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 442 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1452 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2011, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Garbage Prince shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike To All the Boys: Always and Forever, which focuses more on action than character development, Garbage Prince subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like 7 Hours to Win Your Heart and Funny Farm explore similar territory, Garbage Prince stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: July 29, 2011
- Runtime: 1h 41m
