Distances
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Distances is a documentary film. directed by Matej Bobrik. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Nikesh is 13 years old and came to Poland with his parents, Shiv and Shushila, a few years ago in search of work and a better life. Nikesh is already building his life in Warsaw – here, he has friends and lives like a young European. His dad wants to raise his son as a Nepalese and does everything he can to provide for the family. As a result, Shiv’s life comes down to working several jobs and constant confrontations with his son. Shiv is torn between his wife, who cannot imagine growing old in Poland, and his son, who cannot imagine growing up in Nepal.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Koi Studio
- Mazowiecki Instytut Kultury
- CANAL+ Polska
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Distances about?
Nikesh is 13 years old and came to Poland with his parents, Shiv and Shushila, a few years ago in search of work and a better life. Nikesh is already building his life in Warsaw – here, he has fr...
Who directed Distances?
Distances was directed by Matej Bobrik.
How long is Distances?
Distances has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Distances released?
Distances was released on October 27, 2023 in theaters.