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Selfish

Selfish (2020)

Mar 10, 2020 56m Documentary

War, emergency, pandemics and hunger. Humanitarian workers are used to working in the most varied and extreme missions and contexts across the planet. However, few of them venture openly into the world of personal feelings. For this film, forty humanitarian workers and their loved ones did just that, speaking without reserve about the risk, the commitment, the first mission, the sense of powerlessness, the encounters, the passion, the return home and the unspeakable things they’ve witnessed. This film explores the question of their selfishness in choosing to do this kind of work. Each person, in their own words, tells us about their feelings and experiences. Openly and straightforwardly, they tell us who they are and speak of their commitment to others, their doubts, their weaknesses and the images that haunt them.

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Directed by Stéphane Santini

Cast

Lambert Wilson
Lambert Wilson

Narrator

Crew

Director
  • Stéphane Santini
  • Géraldine André
  • Laurence Hoenig
  • Pierre-Yves Bernard
Writer
  • Stéphane Santini
  • Géraldine André

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Thematic Analysis

Selfish represents a fascinating example of Documentary cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Stéphane Santini 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 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 Selfish took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 56 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 81 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2020, when this film is released:
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • 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: March 10, 2020
  • Runtime: 56m

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