Meanwhile

A group of villagers, forced to relocate due to a dam construction, find themselves in a peculiar tent city. The film follows their daily lives as they grapple with uncertainty, boredom, and strange occurrences, all while waiting for an unknown future. Amidst the monotonous existence, individual dreams and desires begin to surface.

Meanwhile is a contemplative and somewhat surreal drama that garnered attention on the festival circuit for its unique atmosphere and subtle exploration of displacement and existential themes. Critics often noted its slow-burn pacing and ambiguous narrative, which can be polarizing but also rewarding for those seeking a more artistic cinematic experience.

• Praised for its distinctive, melancholic atmosphere.

• Noted for its slow-paced, character-driven narrative.

• Appreciated for its allegorical approach to themes of waiting and displacement.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available for this film, as it primarily screened at film festivals.

Screened at the Berlinale (Panorama) 2023.

The film was shot in a real tent city constructed for displaced people, adding to its authentic and immersive atmosphere.