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Floating Skyscrapers (2013): Cast, Box Office & Plot

Floating Skyscrapers (2013) movie poster

Floating Skyscrapers is a 2013 romantic drama directed by Tomasz Wasilewski, starring Mateusz Banasiuk as Kuba, Marta Nieradkiewicz and Bartosz Gelner. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes and earned $137,832 worldwide.

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Floating Skyscrapers (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 25m (85 min)
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
Polish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Floating Skyscrapers About?

The premise of Floating Skyscrapers without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

After attending an art opening with his girlfriend, Kuba unexpectedly encounters Mikal, sparking an immediate and intense connection. Drawn to each other despite facing disapproval, Kuba allows Mikal into his life, leading to unforeseen consequences. This intimate film from Polish director Tomasz Wasilewski explores the complexities of love and the challenges that arise when relationships defy expectations.

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Cast & crew

Floating Skyscrapers Cast & Characters

Mateusz Banasiuk leads the cast as Kuba, with Marta Nieradkiewicz as Sylwia and Bartosz Gelner as Michał. Directed by Tomasz Wasilewski; 20 actors are credited in all.

Plot

Floating Skyscrapers Plot Summary

What happens in Floating Skyscrapers from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Kuba, Mateusz Banasiuk, has spent the last fifteen years training as a swimmer, his days consumed by discipline and routine. One evening after a grueling session, his girlfriend Sylwia, Marta Nieradkiewicz, drags him to an art exhibition, clearly showing reluctance. Kuba steps outside to smoke a joint, where he meets Michał, Bartosz Gelner; the two strike up a conversation that sparks Sylwia’s guarded interest. Later, the three drift to a basement with a small group of attendees, and Kuba asks Sylwia to take him home, setting a tentative, complicated mood for what follows.

Full summary

The whole story of Floating Skyscrapers, scene by scene

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Box office

Floating Skyscrapers Box Office

Floating Skyscrapers grossed $137,832 worldwide.

2013 box office

Worldwide gross

$137.8K

International
$137.8K
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Floating Skyscrapers?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What sport does the protagonist Kuba train in?

Details

Floating Skyscrapers Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “泳敢愛” and “Ligne d'eau”.

Also known as
  • 泳敢愛
  • Ligne d'eau
  • Tiltott szerelem
  • 漂浮的摩天楼
  • Plynace wiezowce
  • Rascacielos flotantes
  • Плавающие небоскрёбы
  • Tiefe Wasser
  • Arranha-Céus Flutuantes
  • Arranha Céus Flutuantes
  • 플로팅 스카이스크래퍼스

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FAQ

Floating Skyscrapers FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Floating Skyscrapers, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Floating Skyscrapers?

Floating Skyscrapers runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

When was Floating Skyscrapers released?

Floating Skyscrapers was released on April 18, 2013.

Who directed Floating Skyscrapers?

Floating Skyscrapers was directed by Tomasz Wasilewski.

More films by Tomasz Wasilewski

Who is in the cast of Floating Skyscrapers?

Floating Skyscrapers stars Mateusz Banasiuk as Kuba, Marta Nieradkiewicz as Sylwia and Bartosz Gelner as Michał, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Floating Skyscrapers make at the box office?

Floating Skyscrapers grossed $137,832 worldwide.

Does Floating Skyscrapers have a post-credit scene?

No. Floating Skyscrapers has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Floating Skyscrapers in?

The original language of Floating Skyscrapers is Polish.

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