250km

When a war suddenly breaks out, a 14-year-old boy finds himself faced with a decision that could save his family, with no time to think, he embarks on a treacherous 250 kilometer journey to safety…

Hasmik was born in Yerevan, Armenia in 1991. At the age of 11, she moved with her family to St. Petersburg, Russia where she grew up. She received a medical degree from St. Petersburg State University, but after graduation, she decided to pursue her true passion for filmmaking. Hasmik was accepted into the directing department of Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK), where she studied under the guidance of Alexander and Vladimir Kott and Anna Fenchenko in the feature film workshop. During her time at VGIK, Hasmik directed three films, including "Apnea" (2019), "Side by side" (2021), and "Harisa" (2022). These films have been recognized at various student film festivals with numerous awards. Hasmik's short film, "250 KM," originally began as a student project, but she developed it into a full-fledged independent film. With her passion for storytelling and her unique perspective on the world, Hasmik's films capture the essence of the human experience. She continues to create thought-provoking films that inspire and challenge audiences.

• – Krakow Film Festival 2023 – Official Selection / World Premiere (Poland)
• – One Shot International Short Film Festival 2023 – Official Selection / National Premiere, Best Armenian Short Film (Armenia)
• – Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival 2023 – Official Selection (Armenia)
• – Armenian Film Festival Australia 2023 – Official Selection (Australia)
• – Armenian Film Festival AFS 2023 – Official Selection (USA)
• – Chicago International Children’s Film Festival 2023 – Official Selection (USA)