Cast
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Ingrid García Jonsson
as Isa
Cosimo Fusco
as Dottore / Bufón
Caterina Murino
as Claudia
Nico Romero
as Alfonso
Silvia Alonso
as Susana
Enrico Lo Verso
as Giacomo
Armando De Razza
as Brunelli
Nicolás Illoro
as Javi
Goize Blanco
as Arantza
Alberto Bang
as José
Diego Pagotto
as Salesman
Alessandro Bressanello
as Colonna
Giulia Pagnacco
as Gina
Eugenio Flajani Galli
as Hombre con máscara
Crew
Director
- Álex de la Iglesia
Producer
- Carolina Bang
- Álex de la Iglesia
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Veneciafrenia presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Álex de la Iglesia 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 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 Veneciafrenia took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 132 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 382 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- 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: April 22, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 40m