Miles from Home

About This Movie

Miles from Home is a gritty exploration of lost innocence and survival in urban Los Angeles. The film centers on 17-year-old Miles Conway, who finds himself navigating the harsh realities of homelessness after his mother abandons him and his brother. The atmosphere is heavy, almost suffocating at times, capturing the desperation of street life. The pacing is deliberate, allowing us to linger on Miles's encounters with a group of teenage prostitutes, each interaction tinged with raw emotion. Performances are quite striking, particularly in how they convey the weight of their struggles. What stands out here is the unflinching portrayal of youth caught in a cycle of addiction and neglect—a tough but important narrative that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

Themes of addiction and abandonmentStrong performances from a largely unknown castIntense and emotional atmosphere