Melancholia (2011)
Anno di uscita: 2011
Nazione: Denmark, France, Germany, Sweden
Alternative Title: Меланхолия, Меланхолiя, Melancolía, Melancolia, Melanhoolia
Regista: Lars von Trier
Writer: Lars von Trier
Produzione & Genere
Produttore: Producer: Louise Vesth, Meta Louise Foldager Sørensen
Co-Producer: Bettina Brokemper, Jérôme Clément, Katarina Krave, Lars Jönsson, Madeleine Ekman, Marianne Slot, Michel Reilhac, Rémi Burah, Tomas Eskilsson
Executive Producer: Peter Aalbæk Jensen, Peter Garde
Società: ARTE France Cinéma, DR, Film i Väst, Liberator Productions, Memfis Film, Slot Machine, Zentropa Entertainments, Zentropa International Köln, Zentropa International Sweden
Genere: Apocalyptic Film, Art Film, Arthouse Science Fiction Film, Drama, Sci-Fi, Science Fiction, Science Fiction Film
Budget: 7.400.000
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: depression, destruction of planet, end of the world, mansion, nihilism, power outage, sister sister relationship, suicide, surrealism, wealth, wedding planner, wedding reception
Storia
Melancholia follows Justine (Kirsten Dunst) and Michael as they celebrate their wedding at Claire's estate. Despite Claire's efforts, the wedding reception goes awry due to family tensions. Meanwhile, a rogue planet called Melancholia approaches Earth, causing fear among those who learn of its impending impact. As the date of collision nears, Justine finds solace in the inevitable destruction while Claire struggles with anxiety.
Riassunto
Directed by Lars von Trier, 'Melancholia' (2011) is a unique blend of drama and apocalyptic science fiction set against the backdrop of a failing marriage and family tensions. The film explores themes of depression, nihilism, and sisterly relationships through its two central characters, Justine and Claire (Charlotte Gainsbourg), as they grapple with personal turmoil amidst an impending global catastrophe.
