AWAY (U)

WHO’S IN IT?

Nobody – it’s a dialogue-free movie.

WHO’S BEHIND THE CAMERA?

Gints Zilbalodis (film debut), director, writer, producer, composer, cinematographer, editor

WHAT’S IT ABOUT?

A young boy finds himself alone on an exotic island after a mysterious plane crash. Making friends with a songbird, they set off on an adventure to discover more about the island, why his plane crashed, and what the dark spirit chasing him wants…

IN ONE SENTENCE, WHY SHOULD YOU BE EXCITED?

This is a beautiful piece of animation from Latvian animator Gints Zilbalodis, who replaces all dialogue with sound and stunning visuals to tell his unique story.

WHEN’S IT OUT?

FRIDAY 28TH AUGUST 2020

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