Running to the Sky 2019
6.3 / 10
Running to the Sky
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.
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.
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Full Cast & Crew... Jekshen
... Saparbek
... Gym teacher
... Math teacher
... Smatai
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Release Date:
Oct 07, 2019 (Kyrgyzstan)
Run Time:
1hr 24`
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Original Language:
Kirghiz
Production Countries:
Kyrgyzstan
Status:
Released
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Running to the Sky - Running to the Sky
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... Jekshen
... Saparbek
... Gym teacher
... Math teacher
... Smatai
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