Cast
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Grégory Gadebois
as Pierre
João Arrais
as Bela
Alba Baptista
as Branca
Maria João Pinho
as Maria
Loïc Corbery
as Jacques
Inês Pires Tavares
as Rosa
Albano Jerónimo
as Afonso
Ulysse Dutilloy-Liégeois
as Fernando
Cleonise Malulo
as Beatriz
Raimundo Cosme
as Diogo
Olivier Dutilloy
as De Bréves
João Vicente
as Miguel Fonte
Camila Cerqueira
as Margarida
Crew
Director
- Marguerite de Hillerin
- Félix Dutilloy-Liégeois
Producer
- Paulo Branco
- Juan Branco
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Child 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 Marguerite de Hillerin 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 Child took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 109 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1040 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 43 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2022, 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: February 10, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 49m