Running to the Sky (2019)
Twelve-year-old Jekshen, an exceptional runner, lives in a beautiful mountain village in Kyrgyzstan. His parents are divorced, and life with his alcoholic father is difficult. Lonely Jekshen only has his girlfriend from school and his father’s friends for support. They encourage him to take part in a big race—a race that could change his life for the better.
Director: Mirlan Abdykalykov
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: October 7, 2019
Cast
- Temirlan Asankadyrov - Jekshen
- Ruslan Orozakunov - Saparbek
- Meerim Atantaeva - Gym teacher
- Ilim Kalmuratov - Math teacher
- Ulanbek Omuraliev - Smatai
Screenplay
Production: Oy Art Film Producing Company, Kyrgyz Film Studio
Country: Kyrgyz Republic
Language: ??????
Original Language: ky
More Films by Director: Mirlan Abdykalykov
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Running to the Sky about?
- Twelve-year-old Jekshen, an exceptional runner, lives in a beautiful mountain village in Kyrgyzstan. His parents are divorced, and life with his alcoholic father is difficult. Lonely Jekshen only has his girlfriend from school and his father’s friends for support. They encourage him to take part in a big race—a race that could change his life for the better.
- Who directed Running to the Sky?
- Running to the Sky was directed by Mirlan Abdykalykov.
- Who stars in Running to the Sky?
- Running to the Sky stars Temirlan Asankadyrov, Ruslan Orozakunov, Meerim Atantaeva, Ilim Kalmuratov, Ulanbek Omuraliev.
- How long is Running to the Sky?
- Running to the Sky has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Running to the Sky?
- Running to the Sky is a Drama film.
- Where was Running to the Sky produced?
- Running to the Sky was produced in Kyrgyz Republic.