Goliath (film) explained

Goliath
Director:Luke Villemaire
Producer:Sheetal Maya Nanda
Shannon Kook
Luke Villemaire
Starring:Jessica Sipos
Michelle Mylett
Jon Cor
Shannon Kook
Cinematography:Jordan Kennington
Editing:Craig Jay
Brittney Hockley
Production Companies:Twin 27 Productions
Distributors:-->
Runtime:93 minutes
Country:Canada
Language:English

Goliath is a 2019 Canadian drama film written, directed, and produced by Luke Villemaire. It stars Jessica Sipos, Michelle Mylett, Jon Cor, and Shannon Kook. Sipos plays Robin Walker, who has to confront her harsh family when she returns home for the funeral of her father.

Villemaire conceived the film while he was a student at Ryerson University.[1] More than $50,000 was raised through crowdfunding for the film.[1] Filming took place in Quinte West, Ontario, in 2016.[2] Goliath premiered at the Forest City Film Festival in October 2019 and was released on video on demand in February 2023.[3]

Reception

Bradley Gibson of Film Threat gave the film a 7 out of 10, writing, "Villemaire’s film would feel like a retread of the familiar prodigal child trope that pops up more often than it should if not for the strength of the performances. Sipos inhabits Robin artfully. In fact, all the roles are played with raw authenticity. Also, the cinematography and music production values are high, and the lighting stands out. There are many beautiful shots of the landscape and the water."[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Film alum takes feature film from the classroom to the big screen. Asmaa Toor. Toronto Metropolitan University. March 13, 2023.
  2. Web site: Kitchener filmmaker completes film after seven years ... with a little help from his friends. Joel Rubinoff. The Record. February 25, 2023. March 13, 2023.
  3. Web site: Brief Teaser for Family Secret Drama 'Goliath' Starring Jessica Sipos. Alex Billington. First Showing. January 29, 2023. March 13, 2023.
  4. Web site: Goliath. Bradley Gibson. February 6, 2023. Film Threat. March 13, 2023.