Children Of The Whales

Children Of The Whales

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Release Date

9/26/2026

Runtime

20 mins

Overview

Children from Chukotka tell us about their world, where whales swim right past their windows, dog teams pull ATVs, and, according to local rumors, a mischievous little devil has taken up residence in the boiler house. A cinematic postcard from the edge of the world, capturing a childhood that is honest, funny, and magical.

Status

Released

Original Language

Russian

Budget

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Revenue

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A poetic glimpse into the daily lives of children at the edge of the world, where the extraordinary becomes ordinary and wonder lives in both the natural environment and local folklore. The film captures genuine childhood joy and mischief against an arresting Arctic backdrop.

Mood

WhimsicalJoyfulWistful

Themes

NatureIsolation

Tone

Tender

Pacing

Meditative

Look

Documentary-likePainterly

Structure

Ensemble

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Children Of The Whales (2026) directed by Vladislav Bakhanovich | FirstCinema