Cast
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Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin
as Estelle Legrand
Martin Matte
as Simon Monette
Bénédicte Décary
as Marie-Josée
Geneviève Schmidt
as Myriam
Anne-Élisabeth Bossé
as Émilie
Karine Gonthier-Hyndman
as Corine Boulay
Rémi-Pierre Paquin
as Mathieu Letellier
Julianne Côté
as Charlyne
Catherine Bérubé
as Alexe L'Espérance
Mylène Mackay
as Delphine
Martin Laroche
as Thomas Barrière
Pierre Brassard
as Michel
Florence Longpré
as Danseuse Robocop
Igor Ovadis
as Darius Polakova
Romane Martins
as Lily Legrand
Crew
Director
- Nicolas Monette
Writer
- Benoît Pelletier
Producer
- Guillaume Lespérance
- André Dupuy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Threesome represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Nicolas Monette 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 2017, 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 Threesome took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $4.6 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 138 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 846 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 65 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Threesome shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Nowhere, which focuses more on action than character development, Threesome offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Russian Dolls and The Cuckoo explore similar territory, Threesome stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 20, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 31m
- Budget: $4,600,000
