Cast
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Julia Stiles
as Young Woman
Marin Ireland
as Wife
Sarah Paulson
as Woman
Wes Bentley
as Man
Sam Cohen
as Boy
Judi Dench
as Mary
Tom Hiddleston
as Tom
Philip Jackson
as Trevor
John Macmillan
as Jason
Penny Ryder
as Linda
Kenneth Branagh
as Mark Snow
Jennifer Morrison
as Agent Rachel Mintz
Winter Ave Zoli
as Angela O'Neil
Travis Crim
as David O'Neill
Taylor Kinney
as Brad Searcy
Crew
Director
- Rupert Friend
- Neil LaBute
- Ben Grayson
- Robert Festinger
- Jay Kamen
- Chris Foggin
- Jacob Chase
Writer
- Robert Festinger
- Neil LaBute
- Chris Croucher
- Jay Kamen
- Ben Grayson
- Rupert Friend
- Travis Crim
Producer
- Andrew Carlberg
- Rachel Kennedy
- Jessica Cole
- Ben Grayson
- James L. Honore
- Jay Kamen
- Anthony Haas
- Tim Harms
- Reggie Joseph
- Tatiana Kelly
- Rupert Friend
- Marjorie Mann
- Roberta Marie Munroe
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Stars In Shorts 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 Rupert Friend 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 2012, 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 Stars In Shorts took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 107 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 157 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 266 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2012, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 28, 2012
- Runtime: 1h 47m