On the Way Home (2024)

On the Way Home (2024) poster

In 1993, after a war in Abkhazia, Georgia known as the Abkhaz-Georgian Conflict, thousands of ethnic Georgian families sought refuge in the decaying Soviet sanatoriums nestled in the town of Tskaltubo, in western Georgia. This poignant documentary unveils the untold stories of these displaced individuals as they try to build a new life amid the haunting ruins, revealing not only their resilience and camaraderie, but also the profound transformation of the sanatoriums from symbols of health and luxury to havens of survival and unity. Iamze, 81, and Nikusha, 12, are awaiting promised government housing, all the while being indelibly shaped by the echoes of war.

Director: Giorgi Kvelidze
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 62 min
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Cast

Music: Avi Musaifi, Charlotte Savage, Giorgi Kvelidze
Editing: Charlotte Savage, Giorgi Kvelidze
Country: Georgia, United States of America
Language: ქართული
Budget: $41,000
Original Language: ka
More Films by Director: Giorgi Kvelidze
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is On the Way Home about?
In 1993, after a war in Abkhazia, Georgia known as the Abkhaz-Georgian Conflict, thousands of ethnic Georgian families sought refuge in the decaying Soviet sanatoriums nestled in the town of Tskaltubo, in western Georgia. This poignant documentary unveils the untold stories of these displaced individuals as they try to build a new life amid the haunting ruins, revealing not only their resilience and camaraderie, but also the profound transformation of the sanatoriums from symbols of health and luxury to havens of survival and unity. Iamze, 81, and Nikusha, 12, are awaiting promised government housing, all the while being indelibly shaped by the echoes of war.
Who directed On the Way Home?
On the Way Home was directed by Giorgi Kvelidze.
Who stars in On the Way Home?
On the Way Home stars Nikusha Berulava, Iamze Giorgadze, Khatuna Berulava, Giorgi Giorgadze.
How long is On the Way Home?
On the Way Home has a runtime of 1h 2m (62 minutes).
What genre is On the Way Home?
On the Way Home is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of On the Way Home?
On the Way Home had a budget of $41,000.
Where was On the Way Home produced?
On the Way Home was produced in Georgia, United States of America.