Based on a true story. 1996, open sea. During his shift on a transatlantic ship’s deck, Joel, a religious Filipino sailor, discovers Dumitru, a Romanian stowaway hidden between some containers. If he is spotted by the Taiwanese officers running the vessel, Dumitru is at risk to be thrown overboard. Joel decides to hide him, as a sign of his gratitude towards God. Soon, a dangerous cat and mouse game begins. When his crew, his own friends, even God itself start to turn their backs on him, Joel learns that he has to face his cruel destiny alone.
CountryBulgaria / France / Greece / Czechia / Romania
Runtime2 hours 3 minutes
Production year2022
World premiereMarch 17, 2023
Release date
March 17, 2023
Romania
Also known as
To the North, Spre nord, Jug-eum-ui hanghae, Kuzeye doğru, Na północ, Προς τον βορρά, 北逃