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Deep Dive: Flee (2021)

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Flee
Flee is a 2021 animated documentary directed by Jonas Poher Rasmussen, focusing on Amin Nawabi's escape from Afghanistan to Denmark. The film combines animated scenes with archival footage to depict Amin's past and present, revealing his experiences as a refugee. Through interviews with Rasmussen, who has known Amin since their teenage years, the film reveals the trauma that affects Amin's life and relationships, particularly with his boyfriend Kasper. The narrative includes Amin's childhood in Kabul, his family dynamics, and the impact of the Soviet–Afghan War on his life. Amin's father was imprisoned during the war, which shaped his family's struggles. The film has received critical acclaim for its animation and storytelling, winning numerous awards including the Grand Jury Prize at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival and nominations for the Academy Awards in multiple categories.

Why Watch

  • •Watch Amin's story of fleeing Afghanistan.
  • •See the unique blend of animation and archival footage.
  • •Meet the voices of Riz Ahmed and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.

Did You Know

•Flee premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 28, 2021.
•The film won the Grand Jury Prize in the World Cinema Documentary section.
•It became the first animated documentary to win Best Feature Film at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
•Flee was nominated for three Academy Awards: Best International Feature Film, Best Documentary Feature, and Best Animated Feature.

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Animated documentariesRefugee storiesLGBT representation