A Welcome Distraction
“The work that we do here... it’s about obliterating your Self.”
Synopsis
In the wake of tragedy, a young man goes to great lengths to avoid confronting his family.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Daniel Johnson
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Daniel Johnson
- Original Title
- A Welcome Distraction
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Daniel Johnson
Brian Daniel Johnson
Andrei Lyskov
Sam Mohseni
Maddy Chang, Dide Su Bilgin
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Daniel Johnson
Director
Andrei Lyskov
Director of Photography
Maddy Chang
Producer
Dide Su Bilgin
Producer
Sam Mohseni
Editor
Brian Daniel Johnson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Welcome Distraction
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What is A Welcome Distraction about?
In the wake of tragedy, a young man goes to great lengths to avoid confronting his family.
Who directed A Welcome Distraction?
A Welcome Distraction was directed by Brian Daniel Johnson.
Who stars in A Welcome Distraction?
The principal cast of A Welcome Distraction includes Simon Farrell, Madison Isolina, Liam McCulley, Adriana Marchand.
When was A Welcome Distraction released and how long is it?
A Welcome Distraction was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.