Before Opening Night (2011)
This Argentinian dramedy gives us elements of Woody Allen’s nervous comedy and Cassavetes’ melodramatic roller coaster in a storm of egos that takes place on one decisive weekend in the lives of Juana, a popular actress about to star in an important theater production, and her husband Roman, a director suffering from writer’s block. The couple’s daughter, Lila, serves as a mirror reflecting her parents’ frustrations and joys. The long takes, atmospheric music, and stellar performances, give a poignant, sometimes hilarious portrayal of a family as they attempt to negotiate their egos with their marriage and artistic lives.
Director: Santiago Giralt
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 74 min
Release Date: November 3, 2011
Cast
- Érica Rivas - Juana Garner
- Nahuel Mutti - Román Costa
- Miranda de la Serna - Lili
- Rodrigo de la Serna - Hernán
- María Marull - Cynthia Liberman
- Emmanuel Miño - Ismael
- Mónica Villa - Patrícia
Screenplay
- John Cassavetes (Story)
- Santiago Giralt
Cinematography: Galel Maidana, Facundo Pirés
Editing: Santiago Giralt
Production: MyS Producción, INCAA
Country: Argentina
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Santiago Giralt
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Before Opening Night about?
- This Argentinian dramedy gives us elements of Woody Allen’s nervous comedy and Cassavetes’ melodramatic roller coaster in a storm of egos that takes place on one decisive weekend in the lives of Juana, a popular actress about to star in an important theater production, and her husband Roman, a director suffering from writer’s block. The couple’s daughter, Lila, serves as a mirror reflecting her parents’ frustrations and joys. The long takes, atmospheric music, and stellar performances, give a poignant, sometimes hilarious portrayal of a family as they attempt to negotiate their egos with their marriage and artistic lives.
- Who directed Before Opening Night?
- Before Opening Night was directed by Santiago Giralt.
- Who stars in Before Opening Night?
- Before Opening Night stars Érica Rivas, Nahuel Mutti, Miranda de la Serna, Rodrigo de la Serna, María Marull, Emmanuel Miño.
- How long is Before Opening Night?
- Before Opening Night has a runtime of 1h 14m (74 minutes).
- What genre is Before Opening Night?
- Before Opening Night is a Drama, Comedy film.
- Where was Before Opening Night produced?
- Before Opening Night was produced in Argentina.