Cast
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Simon Abkarian
as Saül Birnbaum
Pascale Arbillot
as Hannah Moskowicz
Django Schrevens
as Joakin Rojas
André Jung
as Edward Kiev
Michel Vuillermoz
as Trévignac
Éric Caravaca
as Pierre Aslon / Daniel Silberstein
Tania Garbarski
as Hélène Silberstein
Roxane Duran
as Rachel
Héléna Noguerra
as Beatriz Rojas
Nathalie Laroche
as Justine
Mathilda May
as Sarah Glücksmann
Brigitte Fossey
as Judith Askelevicz
Dorothea Neff
as
Lenny Gaggioli
as
Amos Suchecki
as
Crew
Director
- Nicolas Steil
Writer
- Michel Fessler
- Henri Roanne-Rosenblatt
Producer
- Edgard Tenembaum
- Fabrice Delville
- Gérard Lacroix
- Nicolas Steil
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Way to Happiness 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 Nicolas Steil 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 Way to Happiness took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 115 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 166 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1745 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- 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: June 15, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 55m