Cast
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Patrick Fiori
as Jean Bogossian
Michel Jonasz
as Gaidz Bogossian
Garance Thénault
as Elena Chevalier
Marwan Berreni
as Alonzo
Lucille Guillaume
as Lucie
Xavier-Arnaud de Sinzogan
as Ismaël
Zaïna Yalioua
as Lila
Calixte Broisin-Doutaz
as Malik
Didier Michon
as Rayan
Antoine Pelletier
as Lucas
Marvin Dubart
as Boris
Thomas Longchamps
as Marciac
Marie-Mathilde Amblat
as Anaïs (PTS)
Charley Fouquet
as Gaëlle Faucher
Christelle Cornil
as Sabine Faucher
Crew
Director
- Thierry Petit
Writer
- Laure Mentzel
- Virginie J. Perez
Producer
- Sylvain Plantard
- Gérard Pont
- Gérard Lacroix
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Bad Seeds 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 Thierry Petit 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 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 Bad Seeds took approximately 36 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 140 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 171 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1713 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- 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
Details
- Release Date: February 7, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 31m