Until I Fly is a coming-of-age story following Veeru, who endures five transformative years grappling with the profound effects of ethnic discrimination. Born in a village that taunts him for his Nepalese heritage, Veeru faces relentless bullying and derogatory slurs. Rather than retaliating, he follows the path of introspection, bearing the weight of his lineage in silence. The insults cut even deeper when he witnesses the relentless torment inflicted upon his visually impaired Indian mother. Her suffering intensifies his sense of powerlessness. He retreats into an inner world where gods and demons shape his moral compass, and nature becomes a sanctuary, with dreams of befriending birds. Amidst relocation to the forest and the havoc of a devastating flood, Veeru clings to hope. At school, Veeru’s life takes an exhilarating turn that helps him overcome the obstacles that come his way. His newfound emancipation serves as a poignant reminder that every individual, regardless of their background, possesses the potential to soar and achieve greatness.
Until I Fly
Until I Fly
26th TIDF: World Premiere
Screening Schedule
No physical screenings scheduled. |
- Direction: Kanishka Sonthalia, Siddesh Shetty
- Cinematography: Siddesh Shetty
- Editing: Audrey Maurion
- Sound: Julie Tribout, Rémi Durel, Kanishka Sonthalia
- Music: Jérôme Rebotier
- Production: Kopuku Films
- Producers: Kanishka Sonthalia
- Co-production: Elda Productions
- Co-producers: Christilla Huillard Kann
- Format: DCP
- Color: Color
- Production Country: India, France
- Production Year: 2024
- Duration: 91'
- Contact: Taskovski Films
Suitable for kids over the age of 8.
Kanishka Sonthalia
Filmography
2024 Until I Fly (co-direction)
Siddesh Shetty
Filmography
2024 Until I Fly (co-direction)