Cast
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Assaad Bouab
as Alexis Mercadal
Florence Thomassin
as Capitaine Jocelyn
Laëtitia Milot
as Marion Paillet
Guillaume Faure
as Vincent
Elise Larnicol
as Directrice d'école
Juliette Tresanini
as L'institutrice
Arthur Jugnot
as Tristan Mercadal
David Mora
as Lieutenant Kabouche
Cédric Bouvier
as Le flic
Viggo Ferreira Redier
as Lucas 6 ans
Andy Binard Duval
as Lucas 11 ans
Patrick Raynal
as Claude Paillet
Lucie Jeanne
as Maman Zoé
Laurence Jeanneret
as Paula Mercadal
Crew
Director
- Bruno Garcia
Writer
- Isabel Sebastian
Producer
- Odile McDonald
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Pour te retrouver 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 Bruno Garcia 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 Pour te retrouver took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 131 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 18, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 30m