Cast
View AllMarija Luīze Meļķe
as Laine
Grēta Trušiņa
as Gunda
Timotejs Pelle Kalnins
as Budzis
Jānis Skutelis
as Edgars
Gerds Lapoška
as Ādams
Alise Ģelze
as Aija Bērziņa
Agnese Rukšāne
as Maša
Emīls Ralfs
as Roberts
Matīss Ozols
as Kārlis
Ivars Krasts
as Neon raver
Jana Čivžele
as Adam's mom
Arnis Rītups
as Professor/DJ
Igors Šelegovskis
as Dealer
Crew
Director
- Matīss Kaža
Writer
- Matīss Kaža
- Marija Luīze Meļķe
Producer
- Una Celma
- Matīss Kaža
- Dace Siatkovska
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Neon Spring 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 Matīss Kaža 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 Neon Spring took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.2 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 102 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 162 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 67 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 494 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- 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: October 14, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 42m
- Budget: $150,000