The Distant Barking of Dogs
2017·Denmark·90 min.
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10-year-old Oleg lives in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine—a warzone that often echoes with anti-aircraft fire and missile strikes. Sometimes these sounds are in the distance, while other times they’re frighteningly close. At school, Oleg learns about the bomb shelter and what to do when encountering a landmine. While many have left this dangerous area, Oleg remains with his grandmother, who has taken care of him since the death of his mother. This film follows a year in the life of Oleg.
DirectorSimon Lereng Wilmont
ScreenwriterSimon Lereng Wilmont
CinematographySimon Lereng Wilmont
Original titleThe Distant Barking of Dogs