Cast
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Eric Dane
as Mitch Bianci
Teri Polo
as Carolyn Bianci
Peter Facinelli
as Danny Turner
Byron Mann
as Detective Ben Lee
Leslie Uggams
as Joanna
Stephen Louis Grush
as Logan Vonda
Abbie Gayle
as Young Carolyn
Lucy Faust
as Mary Ann Turner
Tadasay Young
as Joanna's Mother
Betsy Holt
as Kate
Candi Brooks
as Emily Turner
Kyle Lowder
as Tony Turner
Billy Slaughter
as Kevin Turner
Cynthia Evans
as Rachel Turner
Bill Kelly
as Bill Schroeder
Crew
Director
- Keoni Waxman
Writer
- Keoni Waxman
Producer
- Phillip B. Goldfine
- Robert Pascuzzi
- Kelly Pascuzzi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Ravine 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 Keoni Waxman 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 2022, 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 The Ravine took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 121 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 175 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 62 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- 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: May 6, 2022
- Runtime: 2h 1m
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