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Borealis 2015

Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Director
Sean Garrity
Networks
Buffalo Gal Pictures, Banana-Moon Sky Films
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 10 votes DramaComedy Released
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What is Borealis?

Borealis is a 2015 Canadian comedy-drama film directed by Sean Garrity. The film stars Jonas Chernick as Jonah Finn and Joey King as his daughter Aurora, alongside Emily Hampshire and Clé Bennett.

Type
Film
Year
2015
Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Release date
Sep 5, 2015
Original language
EN
Origin
Canada
Studios
Buffalo Gal Pictures, Banana-Moon Sky Films
Genres
Drama, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 10 votes
Episode runtime
~95 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Buffalo Gal Pictures, Banana-Moon Sky Films
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Overview

Borealis is a 2015 Canadian comedy-drama film directed by Sean Garrity. The film stars Jonas Chernick as Jonah Finn and Joey King as his daughter Aurora, alongside Emily Hampshire and Clé Bennett. The story follows Jonah, an unemployed gambler from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who has accrued a substantial debt and takes his estranged, pot-smoking, teenaged daughter on a dangerous road trip. Aurora suffers from a degenerative eye disease and a vision disorder that will eventually render her completely blind. Jonah takes her on this journey to Churchill, Manitoba, to show her the magnificent Northern Lights before her vision is completely lost. The film runs for one hour and thirty-five minutes and was released in Canada on September 5, 2015.

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“A gripping exploration of drama and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Borealis worth watching?

Borealis holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 10 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Comedy for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Borealis and when was it released?

Borealis is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

Who directed Borealis?

Borealis was directed by Sean Garrity.

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