Cast
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Deragh Campbell
as Audrey
María Dueñas
as Elisa
Melanie J. Scheiner
as Melanie
Maxim Gaudette
as Mischa
Eileen Davies
as Joan
Mary Margaret O'Hara
as Voice of Kathleen Parlow
Ève Duranceau
as Ines
Yannick Nézet-Séguin
as
Rosa-Johan Uddoh
as Andrea
Grace Glowicki
as Ghost
Kieran Adams
as Audrey's Boyfriend (Leo)
Anni Spadafora
as British Library Clerk
Fan Wu
as Barista
Heidi Galvez
as Elisabeth's Personal Support Worker
Julia Beyer
as Audrey's Mom (Elisabeth)
Crew
Director
- Sofia Bohdanowicz
Writer
- Sofia Bohdanowicz
- Deragh Campbell
Producer
- Andreas Mendritzki
- Aonan Yang
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Measures for a Funeral 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 Sofia Bohdanowicz 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 2024, 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 Measures for a Funeral took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 142 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 174 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- 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: September 7, 2024
- Runtime: 2h 22m