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A Home On the Clouds follows a couple facing eviction from their home in Trento, Italy. They are political refugees, with the husband being Afghan and the wife of Iranian origin. With only 60 days to vacate, they focus on creating meaningful experiences for their 10-year-old son, Sepanta, who has no memories of his grandparents. The film captures their decision to travel to Iran, the mother's homeland, to give Sepanta a broader understanding of home.
The narrative takes an unexpected turn, altering their plans and emphasizing the complexities of identity and belonging in the context of immigration. The film's emotional depth is rooted in the family's personal story, set against the backdrop of their imminent displacement and the cultural ties they wish to instill in their son.
Why Watch
- •Meet Sepanta, a boy with no memories of his grandparents.
- •See the family's emotional response to eviction.
- •Find out how they plan to redefine home.
Did You Know
•The couple has 60 days to leave their home in Trento.
•Sepanta, their son, is 10 years old and has never met his grandparents.
•The mother is of Iranian origin, while the father is Afghan.
Perfect For
Political refugeesFamily dynamicsCultural identity