Leaving Eden
Synopsis
Sixty years after the nuclear devastation, a few survivors cling to life in a ruined industrial zone. Ten-year-old Niko lives with his grandfather Lexi, convinced that their territory is a "paradise" worth defending. Lexi indoctrinates Niko to hate the rival survivors across the railroad tracks. A violent confrontation with a feral child triggers a brutal conflict in which the children serve the adults' power struggles. As the adults' violence escalates, Niko realizes that Lexi is not the man he thought he was. The arrival of Xeni's family reveals that borders are a prison, and escape threatens deadly consequences for the children.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bari International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Genc Permeti
- Screenplay & Story
- Genc Permeti, Thomas Logoreci, Amedeo Pagani
- Original Score
- Andrea Guerra
- Original Title
- Leaving Eden
- Country of Origin
- Albania, Poland, Macedonia, Italy, Kosovo
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Added Value Films, Ska-Ndal, Water Color Studio, Dardania Film, La Luna
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Genc Permeti
Genc Permeti, Thomas Logoreci, Amedeo Pagani
Andrea Guerra
Tomasz Wierzbicki
Jan Kidawa-Błoński jr
Amedeo Pagani, Elida Rasha, Leszek Andrzej Wyszynski
Department Leadership Roster
Genc Permeti
Director
Genc Permeti
Writer
Thomas Logoreci
Writer
Amedeo Pagani
Producer
Elida Rasha
Producer
Leszek Andrzej Wyszynski
Producer
Tomasz Wierzbicki
Director of Photography
Jan Kidawa-Błoński jr
Editor
Amedeo Pagani
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Leaving Eden.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leaving Eden
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leaving Eden about?
Sixty years after the nuclear devastation, a few survivors cling to life in a ruined industrial zone. Ten-year-old Niko lives with his grandfather Lexi, convinced that their territory is a "paradise" worth defending. Lexi indoctrinates Niko to hate the rival survivors across the railroad tracks. A violent confrontation with a feral child triggers a brutal conflict in which the children serve the adults' power struggles. As the adults' violence escalates, Niko realizes that Lexi is not the man he thought he was. The arrival of Xeni's family reveals that borders are a prison, and escape threatens deadly consequences for the children.
Who directed Leaving Eden?
Leaving Eden was directed by Genc Permeti.
Who stars in Leaving Eden?
The principal cast of Leaving Eden includes Agata Buzek, Nikolla Prendi, Kristaq Pilo, Ksawery Szlenkier, Daniel Olbrychski.
When was Leaving Eden released and how long is it?
Leaving Eden was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Leaving Eden?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leaving Eden was composed by Andrea Guerra.