Cast
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Dali Benssalah
as Abdel
Anthony Bajon
as Jérôme
Alexis Manenti
as Sébastien
Ouassini Embarek
as Moktar
Sami Slimane
as Karim
Radostina Rogliano
as
Karim Lasmi
as
Mehdi Abdelhakmi
as
Tarek Haddaji
as
Guy Donald Koukissa
as
Birane Ba
as Le Négociateur
Sophie-Marie Larrouy
as Nourisse
Nesrine Abdat
as La soeur
Crew
Director
- Romain Gavras
Producer
- Romain Gavras
- Ladj Ly
- Mourad Belkeddar
- Nicolas Lhermitte
- Jean Duhamel
- Charles-Marie Anthonioz
Reviews
Horseface
Watched 25 minutes of this. Well, I was in front of the TV for 25 minutes, but it's hard to make out what's happening.
It's the kind of "HDR" that means "turn off all the lights and make sure no one can see anything. Oh, and also raise the black level, so everything's a gray mass."
Something about cops and violent immigrants. Lots of shouting and fast-moving camera stuff, super duper boring so far. Not gonna bother for the rest.
Jan 7, 2023
brit44
I personally love Athena from the soundtrack to the action I think it’s brilliant.
Jun 6, 2024
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Athena 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 Romain Gavras 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 Athena took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 65 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1820 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- 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: September 9, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 37m
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