Chennai International Film Festival

Quiet Life

France, Sweden, Germany, Greece, Finland, Estonia | 99 mins | 2024 | Russian, Swedish, English

A refugee family in Sweden faces immense trauma and emotional turmoil after their youngest daughter unexpectedly falls into a mysterious coma following the denial of their asylum application. As the family grapples with the devastating health crisis, the parents find themselves in a desperate search for answers and a cure, all while navigating the harsh challenges of their uncertain legal status. Their resilience is pushed to the limit as they confront not only the unexplained medical condition but also the overwhelming strain of their difficult circumstances.

Director
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Alexandros Avranas (born 1977) is a renowned Greek film director, widely recognized for his impactful and thought-provoking works, including Miss Violence and Dark Crimes, the latter of which starred Jim Carrey. Throughout his career, Avranas has become known for his ability to craft intense, emotionally charged narratives that delve into complex human experiences. His 2013 film Miss Violence brought him significant international acclaim, earning him the prestigious Silver Lion for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival.
Cast & Crew

Director – Alexandros Avranas

Producer – Alejandro Arenas, Sylvie Pialat,

Adeline Fontan Tessaur,

Benoît Quainon

Cinematographer – Olympia Mytilinaiou

EditorDounia Sichov

MusicTuomas Kantelenin

CastChulpan Khamatova,

Grigoriy Dobrygin, Naomi Lamp,

Miroslava Pashutina