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202688 minPGdocumentary

Blue Has No Borders

202688 minPGdocumentary

A young filmmaker seeks to connect with her neighbours in Folkestone, facing challenges in relationship-building after Brexit.

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A young filmmaker seeks to connect with her neighbours in Folkestone, facing challenges in relationship-building after Brexit.

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Jessi Gutchdirector

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Jessi Gutch, a young filmmaker, seeks to connect with her neighbours in Folkestone. The town is situated near the English Channel and has seen changes since the Brexit vote. Gutch documents her efforts to build relationships amid growing social tensions. She encounters various local residents, each with their own experiences and perspectives shaped by recent political shifts. The film runs for 88 minutes and focuses on the themes of migration and community in 2026.

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