Wheels of hope

In the heart of Bangladesh is one of the most populated cities in the whole world, Dhaka. Around 22 million people are sharing the space. One of the most popular ways to travel short distances is taking a rickshaw, a traditional human-powered vehicle. The colorful patterns and paintings of the rickshaws enhance the busy streets of Dhaka. For many families, this is the only source of income. Not only is this profession physically exhausting, but it is also risky as many accidents happen on the streets. While many stories remain untold in the chaos of the city, this short documentary invites you to look behind the steering wheel. Firoza, Suruj, and Chunno share their stories of hope and despair.

  • Marta Miaskowska
    Director
  • Md. Tanvir Rahman
    Chief Assistant Director
  • Adiba Islam
    Second Director
  • Tahmid Al Sahriyar
    Second Director
  • Nina Nuerenberg
    Writer
  • Naim Hasan Redoy
    Writer
  • Robiul Robiul
    Writer
  • Rabita Khandoker
    Writer
  • Anna Rak
    Narration
  • Saim Mahmud Sany
    Cinematography
  • Md.Rakibul Rabbani Khan
    Cinematography
  • Imaruzzaman Ovi
    Cinematography
  • Alif Imran Rafin
    Cinematography
  • Md.Rakibul Rabbani Khan
    Film Editor
  • Saim Mahmud Sany
    Film Editor
  • Khirul Islam
    Film Editor
  • Alif Imran Rafin
    Film Editor
  • Md. Robiul Awal Robin
    Film Editor
  • Imaruzzaman Ovi
    Film Editor
  • Khirul Islam
    Colourist
  • Manon Khan
    Graphic Design
  • Naim Hasan Redoy
    Production Manager
  • Manik Tanvir
    Production Manager
  • Sinthya Ahmed
    Translation
  • Sayma Binte Jalil
    Translation
  • Rabita Khandoker
    Translation
  • Khirul Islam
    Sound Designer
  • Kuba Gadomski
    Sound Designer
  • Manik Tanvir
    Photography
  • Shouvik Roy Snigdha
    Logistics
  • Syed Raihan Ul -Islam
    Coordination
  • Firoza Begum
    Characters
  • Md. Sohel (Suruj)
    Characters
  • Md. Chunnu Mia
    Characters
  • S.M Sohel Mahmud
    Special Mention
  • Goswami Bishwajit
    Special Mention
  • Asaduzzaman Juwel
    Special Mention
  • Md. Anowar
    Special Mention
  • Md. Monirul Islam Bappi
    Special Mention
  • Ayesha Akter
    Special Mention
  • Bristy Begum
    Special Mention
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    30 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    March 3, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    Bangladesh
  • Country of Filming:
    Bangladesh
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    19:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Marta Miaskowska

Marta Miaskowska – PhD in art, multimedia artist. She runs the Studio of Multimedia Activities at the Technical University of Łódź. Author of texts on new media art. Leader and implementer of national and international projects in the field of artistic education. Awarded in art and film competitions. She participates in exhibitions and shows in Poland and abroad. From many years associated with the media and film production market.

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