Calling all mystery enthusiasts and fans of gripping dramas! If unraveling secrets and dissecting the complexities of human relationships is your idea of the perfect movie night, then Anatomy of a Fall is a must-watch. It combines a murder mystery with a deep dive into the emotional intricacies of marriage and will captivate you until the end.
It centers on Sandra Voyter, portrayed by Sandra Hüller, a writer accused of murdering her husband after his mysterious death. It looks at their marriage before the husband’s death as well as the legal battle that follows.
Other cast highlights
Milo Machado-Graner as Daniel Maleski
Milo Machado-Graner plays Daniel Maleski, Sandra’s partially sighted 11-year-old son and the main witness in the case. He does a fantastic job of showing what it would be like to go through something so serious at such a young age and really steals the scene quite a few times.
Swann Arlaud as Vincent Renzi
Swann Arlaud portrays Vincent Renzi, a key figure in the unfolding legal drama. While he doesn’t have as many emotional scenes as the others, he does a great job of portraying a lawyer helping a woman accused of murder work through it.
Behind-the-scenes insights
- Cinematographer Simon Beaufils initially considered shooting on 35mm film to achieve a grainy, authentic look. However, due to production constraints, the team opted for digital filming using an ARRI Alexa Mini LF with Hawk V-Lite Anamorphic lenses.
- The film’s visual tone was meticulously crafted by colorist Magali Léonard using DaVinci Resolve Studio. This process was crucial in enhancing the film’s atmospheric tension and emotional depth.
- A standout element is the performance of Messi, a 7-year-old Border Collie, who plays a pivotal role in the film. Messi’s on-screen presence adds a unique layer to the storytelling, showcasing the dedication to authenticity in the film’s production.
- The director wanted Dolly Parton’s Jolene to be the song that keeps playing but wasn’t able to secure the rights.
- Messi, a seven-year-old Border Collie who plays Snoop, the guide dog to Daniel, went through two months of dedicated training to perform the more challenging scenes in the movie. His performance won him the Palm Dog Award at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, which celebrates the best canine contributions to cinema and also gained widespread attention during the 2024 Oscars, where a pre-recorded segment had it appear he was clapping along with the audience. Messi even has several videos on YouTube and streaming platforms that showcase his training and lovable nature.
If you love unraveling gripping murder mysteries that keep you guessing until the final moments, this film is tailor-made for you.
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