Flight
Synopsis
Set among a South Asian community in the north of England, the film follows the journey of a teenager after she is discovered by her father as having fallen passionately in love. The story follows youthful naïveté, heartbreak, reckoning, and courage against the hold of toxic patriarchy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mannheim-Heidelberg International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Pillai
- Screenplay & Story
- Tanika Gupta
- Original Title
- Flight
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Pillai
Tanika Gupta
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Pillai
Director
Tanika Gupta
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Flight.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flight
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Flight about?
Set among a South Asian community in the north of England, the film follows the journey of a teenager after she is discovered by her father as having fallen passionately in love. The story follows youthful naïveté, heartbreak, reckoning, and courage against the hold of toxic patriarchy.
Who directed Flight?
Flight was directed by Alex Pillai.
Who stars in Flight?
The principal cast of Flight includes Mina Anwar, Roshan Seth, Meera Syal.
When was Flight released and how long is it?
Flight was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.