The Distance We Share
Year
2026
Type
Documentary
Credits
Director: Manuell Tony Featuring: Najwa Alimi Producer: Manuell Tony Cinematographers: Marcus Lindgren, Manuell Tony Additional cinematography: Elliot Elmblad, Alexandra Sukhanova Edit & Grade: Manuell Tony Sound Design & Mixing: Eliott Jeurling Gillinger Composer: Emil Hobinger Production Assistant: Carl Stranneborn BTS Photographer: Hanna Nilsson Translation Consultants: Sara Zaker, Rojin Mousavi & Aida Amid
About
As she organizes events in Sweden marking the Taliban’s return to power, exiled journalist Najwa Alimi reconnects with a friend through a video call who is still living under the regime - forcing her to confront the life she left behind and question her role in fighting for change from afar.
