Cast
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Pierfrancesco Favino
as Alexander
Kelly Reilly
as Laura
Jean Reno
as Grandpa
Ginnie Watson
as Bianca
Cara Theobold
as Jane
Deepak Verma
as Jack
Kris Marshall
as Louis
Gaia Scodellaro
as Gilda
Marie Mouté
as Marika
Freddy Drabble
as Pub waiter
Giulio Maria Corso
as Vittorio
Giulia Gabriele
as Chacha
Mary Louise Gray
as Adult Jane
Franca Abategiovanni
as Fernanda
Alice Maselli
as Sandra at 16
Crew
Director
- Amanda Sthers
Writer
- Amanda Sthers
Producer
- Amanda Sthers
- Fabio Conversi
- Benedetto Habib
- Daniel Campos Pavoncelli
- Marco Cohen
- Fabrizio Donvito
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Promises 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 Amanda Sthers 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 Promises took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 113 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 139 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 411 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1860 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- 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: November 19, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 53m
- Revenue: $268,008