Cast
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Stef Aerts
as Wilfried Wils
Matteo Simoni
as Lode Metdepenningen
Annelore Crollet
as Yvette Metdepenningen
Jan Bijvoet
as Police commissioner Jean
Kevin Janssens
as Vincent Vindevogel
Dirk Roofthooft
as Felix Verschaffel
Dimitrij Schaad
as Gregor Schnabel
Pierre Bokma
as Chaim Litzke
Koen De Bouw
as Father Metdepenningen
Els Dottermans
as Maria Metdepenningen
Jan Decleir
as The Professor
Frieda Pittoors
as Zulma
Frank Vercruyssen
as Jozef Wils
Ariane van Vliet
as Roza Wils
Tine Van den Wyngaert
as Aunt Emma
Crew
Director
- Tim Mielants
Writer
- Carl Joos
- Jeroen Olyslaegers
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, WILL 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 Tim Mielants 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 2023, 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 WILL took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 114 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 2118 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 27, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 54m
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