Cast
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Helena de Llanos
as H.
Tristán Ulloa
as Juan Soldado
José Gonçalo Pais
as Dreamer
Carmen Soler
as Lawyer
Ainara Martín
as Little Girl
Ainara Mateos
as Little Girl
Eva Valera Lasheras
as Lonely Bohemian
Adrián Viador
as Lonely Young Man
Pedro Miguel Martínez
as Man in Hat
Raúl LaVilla
as Red-haired Man
Santos Mallagray
as Red-haired Man
Iosu Martínez
as Red-haired Man
Julen Martínez
as Red-haired Man
Jon Rod
as Red-haired Man
Marta Belenguer
as Red-haired Woman
Crew
Director
- Helena de Llanos
Writer
- Helena de Llanos
Producer
- Carmela Martínez Oliart
- Jorge Pezzi
- Helena de Llanos
- Enrique Cerezo
- Arturo Valls
- José Miguel Contreras
- Adolfo Blanco
- Sonsoles Aranguren
- Félix Tusell Sánchez
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Journey to Somewhere represents a fascinating example of Documentary cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Helena de Llanos 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 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 Journey to Somewhere took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 153 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2056 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Journey to Somewhere shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike So Unreal, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Journey to Somewhere subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Jane Birkin et nous and The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat explore similar territory, Journey to Somewhere 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: November 23, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 44m
