Cast
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Andrea Arru
as Pino
Rosa Barbolini
as Mavi
Mia Pomelari
as Mei Ming
Loretta Goggi
as Grandma Helena
Giorgio Colangeli
as Dottor Emo
Giorgia Würth
as Elisa
Massimo Di Lorenzo
as Fidenzio
David Paryla
as Giorgio
Luca Cagnetta
as Gianni
Gabriel Mannozzi De Cristofaro
as Domenico
Stefano Trapuzzano
as Ciccio
Stefano Di Via
as Compare 1
Emanuele De Paolis
as Compare 2
Pascal Ulli
as Mavi's father
Crew
Director
- Samuele Rossi
Writer
- Samuele Rossi
- Jean-Claude Van Rijckeghem
- Rolando Colla
- Ebba Sinzinger
- Josella Porto
Producer
- Emanuele Nespeca
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Glassboy 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 Samuele Rossi 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 2020, 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 Glassboy took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $1.7 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 103 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2020, 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 13, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 34m
- Budget: $1,683,200