Cast
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David Suchet
as Napoleón
Stephen Fry
as Wellington
Dominique Pinon
as Armani
Alexandra Vandernoot
as Capt. Clochard
Jim Dunk
as Capt. Clochard
Santiago Segura
as Cyrille Léotard
Juan Inciarte
as Surgeon
Jason Watkins
as Capt. Worplesdon
Angus Barnett
as Marvin
Tony Bluto
as Zebedee
Valentine Pelka
as Prussian Hussar
Michael Jenn
as Jules
Trevor Peacock
as Papa Armani
Robin Soans
as King George III
Alan Griffin
as General 1 - Goofy
Crew
Director
- Esteban Ibarretxe
- Jose Miguel Ibarretxe
Writer
- Esteban Ibarretxe
- Jose Miguel Ibarretxe
Producer
- Javier Ibarretxe
- Iñaki Núñez
- Eduardo Carneros
- Philippe Carcassonne
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Sabotage!! distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Esteban Ibarretxe 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2000, 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 Sabotage!! took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2000, when this film is released:
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 14, 2000
- Runtime: 1h 37m