
Moving to Mars
Synopsis
Moving to Mars charts the epic journey made by two Burmese families from a vast refugee camp on the Thai/Burma border to their new homes in the UK. At times hilarious, at times emotional, their travels provide a fascinating and unique insight not only into the effects of migration, but also into one of the most important current political crises - Burma.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mat Whitecross
- Original Title
- Moving to Mars
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mat Whitecross
Department Leadership Roster
Mat Whitecross
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Moving to Mars.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Mars
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Moving to Mars about?
Moving to Mars charts the epic journey made by two Burmese families from a vast refugee camp on the Thai/Burma border to their new homes in the UK. At times hilarious, at times emotional, their travels provide a fascinating and unique insight not only into the effects of migration, but also into one of the most important current political crises - Burma.
Who directed Moving to Mars?
Moving to Mars was directed by Mat Whitecross.
Who stars in Moving to Mars?
The principal cast of Moving to Mars includes Not specified.
When was Moving to Mars released and how long is it?
Moving to Mars was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.


















