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Surviving Earth (15)

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A man stands smiling as he looks at a group of lit candles. A woman stands nearby, looking at him.

In Thea Gajić's powerful debut based on a true story, a Yugoslav refugee and gifted musician rebuilds his life in Bristol, balancing fatherhood with the shadows of his past that refuse to fade. 

When Vlad (Slavko Sobin) forms a band to reconnect with his roots, music becomes his lifeline – a fragile bridge between who he was and who he wants to be. But as difficulties arise, old habits begin to resurface and Vlad risks losing it all. Can he find redemption through love and music, or will the past drag him down once more?

With Surviving Earth, Gajić announces her arrival as a bold and exciting new voice in contemporary British cinema.

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Film information
  • Release year   2025
  • Country of origin   UK
  • Director   Thea Gajić
  • Runtime   1hr 40mins

Cinemas

Location
Barbican Cinema 1 is located within the main Barbican building on Level -2. Head to Level G and walk towards the Lakeside Terrace where you’ll find stairs and lifts to take you down to the venue floor.   

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.