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Deep Dive: Afric Hotel (2011)

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Afric Hotel
Afric Hotel focuses on the lives of Ibrahim, Adam, and Ismael, three men from sub-Saharan Africa living in Algiers. They find temporary refuge in the Afric Hotel while navigating the complexities of irregular immigration. Each man takes on various odd jobs, such as an elevator operator, a shoemaker, and a construction worker, to support themselves as they wait for better opportunities. The film presents a raw look at the daily lives of these migrants, revealing their aspirations and struggles. The Afric Hotel symbolizes their uncertain futures as they seek to rebuild their lives amidst the realities of immigration in North Africa.

Why Watch

  • Meet Ibrahim, Adam, and Ismael in Algiers.
  • Find out how migrants survive in North Africa.
  • See the daily life inside the Afric Hotel.

Did You Know

The film features three main characters: Ibrahim, Adam, and Ismael.
Afric Hotel was released in 2011 and has a duration of 54 minutes.
The documentary is set in Algiers, Algeria, a key location for migrants.

Perfect For

Migration studiesNorth African cultureSub-Saharan Africa