Four locations in Hungary are depicted over three days in September 2015, during the peak of Europe's refugee crisis.
Synopsis
Four locations in Hungary are depicted over three days in September 2015, during the peak of Europe's refugee crisis.
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Synopsis
Stefan Löfven, the Swedish prime minister, declared, “My Europe does not build walls.” in September 2015, as Europe faced a significant refugee crisis. Over three days, the film captures events in Hungary and other European countries, where borders became heavily fortified. It presents four locations that illustrate the shift from free movement to controlled borders. Countries like Spain, Greece, and Austria have constructed fences and walls, reflecting a growing divide between “us” and “them.”
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Hungary's response to the 2015 refugee crisis.
- Find out how borders changed in Europe after 2015.
- Meet Stefan Löfven and hear his views on walls.
Did You Know
- The film was shot over three days in early September 2015.
- Stefan Löfven made his statement about walls just days after filming.
- Hungary is one of several countries that built fences during the crisis.
- The refugee crisis in 2015 was the worst since World War II.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What significant event in Europe is depicted in the documentary?
The documentary depicts the refugee crisis that began in earnest in early September 2015, which was the worst since the Second World War.
Which countries in Europe have built fences and walls to control borders?
Countries such as Spain, Greece, Bulgaria, the UK, Hungary, Slovenia, and Austria have built fences and walls to strengthen their external borders.
What was the stance of Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven regarding border walls?
Stefan Löfven stated, 'My Europe does not build walls!' in a speech shortly after the events depicted in the documentary.
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