Distances
Odległości
Synopsis
Nikesh is 13 years old and came to Poland with his parents, Shiv and Shushila, a few years ago in search of work and a better life. Nikesh is already building his life in Warsaw – here, he has friends and lives like a young European. His dad wants to raise his son as a Nepalese and does everything he can to provide for the family. As a result, Shiv’s life comes down to working several jobs and constant confrontations with his son. Shiv is torn between his wife, who cannot imagine growing old in Poland, and his son, who cannot imagine growing up in Nepal.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matej Bobrik
- Screenplay & Story
- Matej Bobrik
- Original Score
- Tymoteusz Witczak
- Original Title
- Odległości
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Nepali, Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Koi Studio, Mazowiecki Instytut Kultury, CANAL+ Polska
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matej Bobrik
Matej Bobrik
Tymoteusz Witczak
Filip Drożdż
Sabina Filipowicz
Agnieszka Skalska
Department Leadership Roster
Matej Bobrik
Director
Matej Bobrik
Screenplay
Tymoteusz Witczak
Original Music Composer
Agnieszka Skalska
Producer
Sabina Filipowicz
Editor
Filip Drożdż
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Distances.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Distances
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Distances about?
Nikesh is 13 years old and came to Poland with his parents, Shiv and Shushila, a few years ago in search of work and a better life. Nikesh is already building his life in Warsaw – here, he has friends and lives like a young European. His dad wants to raise his son as a Nepalese and does everything he can to provide for the family. As a result, Shiv’s life comes down to working several jobs and constant confrontations with his son. Shiv is torn between his wife, who cannot imagine growing old in Poland, and his son, who cannot imagine growing up in Nepal.
Who directed Distances?
Distances was directed by Matej Bobrik.
Who stars in Distances?
The principal cast of Distances includes Not specified.
When was Distances released and how long is it?
Distances was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Distances?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Distances was composed by Tymoteusz Witczak.