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201980 minPGdocumentary

21 Miles

201980 minPGdocumentary

A Tunisian migrant spends 16 months in a French immigration camp while trying to reunite with his 8-year-old son in England.

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A Tunisian migrant spends 16 months in a French immigration camp while trying to reunite with his 8-year-old son in England.

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Richard Parrydirector

Kais Laabidicast

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Kais Laabidi, a Tunisian migrant, spends 16 months in a French immigration camp. His goal is to reunite with his eight-year-old son in England. The film follows his daily struggles and the challenges he faces in the camp. It captures the harsh conditions of life for migrants and the emotional toll of separation from family. Through Kais's experience, the documentary presents a personal perspective on the refugee crisis in Europe.

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