Movie Description
The Runner
(2017)Overview
The Runner, is an emotive and inspiring short film by British Asian actress/ writer/director Sunnie Sidhu. The story is centered on Aylam, a Syrian refugee boy who has just arrived alone in London, he has a chance encounter with Nikki, an athlete training for the Olympics living in Hackney. She helps him by encouraging him to train at the track. He is a gifted runner, but faces many political and personal circumstances challenges.
Featured Crew
- Director : Sunnie Sidhu
- Producer : Sophie Le
- Writer : Sunnie Sidhu
- Editor : Frederic Cook,Ramy Dance
- Cast : Ruben Falcao,Yourlance Richards,Chris Zah,Kwame Bentil,Lucas Jones,Annie Lees-Jones,Ashley Alubanjo,Edgar Vieira,Shane David-Joseph,Alan Uzomah,Jordan Maly,Kathryn Broadbent,Sunnie Sidhu,Rob Soar,Rian Perle
Cast
Aylam
Nikki
Coach Chris
Police Officer
Athlete
Police Officer
Race Day Competitor
Race Day Competitor
Race Day Competitor
Assistant Coach
Remy
Sarah
Newsreader
Jay
Aslam
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Facts
Original TitleThe Runner
Status Released
Release Information
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2017-01-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 30m
Production CompaniesWolf Runner Films
Genres
- Drama
