A Faraway Land is a 2021 Philippine film directed by Veronica Velasco starring Paolo Contis and Yen Santos.[1][2][3]
| A Faraway Land | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Veronica Velasco |
| Written by | Jinky Laurel |
| Story by | Erwin Blanco |
| Starring | |
Production company | MavX Productions |
Release date |
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| Country | Philippines |
| Languages | Filipino English |
Premise
Filipino reporter Nico Mercado from Cabanatuan heads to the Faroe Islands for a documentary about Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Danish territory. He meets Filipino expatriate Mahjoy, who is married to Sigmund Garðalið, a local Faroese with whom she has a daughter. Nico develops a complicated relationship with Mahjoy in Sigmund's absence.
Cast
- Paolo Contis as Nico Mercado
- Yen Santos as Mahjoy Garðalið
- Hans Tórgarð as Sigmund Garðalið
Production
A Faraway Land was produced by MavX Productions and directed by Veronica Velasco. Principal photography took place between November and December 6, 2020 in the Faroe Islands amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.[4][5] This followed MavX's film Through Night and Day which was filmed in nearby Iceland.[3][5]
Release
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the film's premiere did not occur in live cinema.[5] A Faraway Land was made available instead through Netflix on August 19, 2021.[6]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 45th Gawad Urian Awards | Pinakamahusay na Aktres (Best Actress) | Yen Santos | Won | [7][8][9] |
