Casting
Casting

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Casting

2009
Movie
26 min
Russian

Valentine is an actor, he is about 30. There is no money. There is no career. Beloved girl left. An unexpected call and an invitation to the casting are like a gift of fate. Valentine will have to learn about himself that he never knew before. This casting will divide life into "before" and "after".

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Jonathan van TullekenGenres: Drama, Short

Plot Summary

In this short film, a group of aspiring actors are put through a series of unusual and psychologically taxing auditions. The film delves into the intense and often bizarre nature of the casting process, exploring the pressures and vulnerabilities of performers seeking a role. It highlights the subjective and sometimes cruel dynamics at play when talent is judged.

Critical Reception

As a short film, 'Casting' received festival attention and was noted for its experimental approach to the theme of acting and performance. It garnered appreciation for its unsettling atmosphere and the meta-commentary on the film industry itself. Reviews often pointed to its effectiveness as a character study within a confined narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and thought-provoking exploration of the acting profession.

  • Noted for its atmospheric tension and unsettling portrayal of the audition process.

  • Appreciated for its meta-narrative and engagement with the filmmaker-actor relationship.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this short film is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at various film festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film features cameos from prominent figures in the Canadian film industry, including director David Cronenberg, adding a layer of authenticity and meta-commentary to the casting theme.

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