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201815 minGdoc-short

Family Dynamics Social Inequality

Harbourboyz

201815 minGdoc-short

Five friends from diverse backgrounds spend their free time in Heijplaat, a working-class district in Rotterdam's busy port area.

Family Dynamics Social Inequality

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Five friends from diverse backgrounds spend their free time in Heijplaat, a working-class district in Rotterdam's busy port area.

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Mirjam Marksdirector

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Max, Emre, Jash, David, and Hilson spend their days in Heijplaat, a working-class district in Rotterdam's vast port area. Born in the Netherlands, each friend has different origins, including Turkish, Surinamese, Syrian, Chinese, and Dutch. Their shared environment, surrounded by sea containers and large ships, shapes their daily lives. With limited activities available, their friendship becomes a vital part of their existence, providing support and connection in a challenging setting.

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