Cast
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Nathalie Merchant
as Mya Westbrook
Alan Adler
as Thomas Arkwright
Marika Lagercrantz
as Curator
Anki Larsson
as Lighthouse Keeper Tora
Ingemar Jansson
as Stone Troll
Ingvar Örner
as Captain
Sara Hagnö
as Principal Philippa
Yohanna Idha
as Police Operator / Goblin / Black Beak
Casper Andreas
as Police Operator / Acolyte
Richard Desiatnik
as Sailor
Marga Pettersson
as Female Fisher
Magne Osnes
as Male Fisher
Saga Maria Lundquist
as Female Art Student
Frank Sanderson
as Stone Troll / Acolyte (voice)
Letitia Ward
as Mya's Mother (voice)
Crew
Director
- Henrik Pilerud
Writer
- Henrik Pilerud
Producer
- Henrik Pilerud
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Resourceful Girl 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 Henrik Pilerud 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 Resourceful Girl took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1763 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 327 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 2, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 40m