The Petrichor
Synopsis
Maya is a former figure skater who, due to personal tragedy, fails her first two attempts at senior international competition. Inspired by her skating idol, Igor Rusky, she decides at the age of thirty, to get back on the ice and pursue her dream of competing once more. As she starts skating again, she is overcome with the painful memories of her past and develops a unique form of visualization, placing Igor Rusky into her old memories to replace pain with inspiration and giving her a chance to pursue her dreams.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Moscow International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Junga Song
- Screenplay & Story
- Junga Song
- Original Title
- The Petrichor
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- JJ Song Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Junga Song
Junga Song
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Junga Song
Director
Junga Song
Screenplay
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What is The Petrichor about?
Maya is a former figure skater who, due to personal tragedy, fails her first two attempts at senior international competition. Inspired by her skating idol, Igor Rusky, she decides at the age of thirty, to get back on the ice and pursue her dream of competing once more. As she starts skating again, she is overcome with the painful memories of her past and develops a unique form of visualization, placing Igor Rusky into her old memories to replace pain with inspiration and giving her a chance to pursue her dreams.
Who directed The Petrichor?
The Petrichor was directed by Junga Song.
Who stars in The Petrichor?
The principal cast of The Petrichor includes Aleksey Serebryakov, Lindsay Jean Smith, Scott Barker, David Roland Walpole, Diane Newling.
When was The Petrichor released and how long is it?
The Petrichor was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Petrichor?
The Petrichor holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.