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Documentary backdrop image for Binxet - Under the border (2017)
95 minPGdocumentary
7.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

911 kilometers of the Turkish-Syrian border reveal a region marked by ISIS violence and a political climate shaped by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's government.

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Why Watch

  • Meet the people of Rojava fighting for democracy.
  • See how gender equality is practiced in conflict.
  • Find out about the impact of ISIS on local communities.

Did You Know

  • The Turkish-Syrian border spans 911 km in length.
  • Rojava is presented as a model of grassroots democracy.
  • The film features the YPJ and YPG, key groups in the region's defense.

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Kurdish cultureMiddle Eastern politicsGrassroots movements
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the length of the Turkish-Syrian border?

The Turkish-Syrian border is 911 km long.

What region is highlighted for its model of grassroots democracy?

Rojava is presented as a model of grassroots democracy.

What are the main languages spoken in the documentary?

The documentary features Arabic, Kurdish, English, Italian, and Turkish.

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