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201675 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

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Lost land

201675 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

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A 2,400-kilometer-long wall separates the Sahrawi people from their freedom, as they navigate life under Moroccan occupation and the Polisario Front's control.

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Politics

Director

Pierre-Yves Vandeweerd

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Synopsis

A 2,400-kilometer-long wall separates the Sahrawi people from their freedom, as they navigate life under Moroccan occupation and the Polisario Front's control.

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Pierre-Yves Vandeweerddirector

Synopsis

In Western Sahara, a 2,400-kilometer wall separates the Sahrawi people from their homeland. The film follows individuals living under Moroccan occupation and those in refugee camps controlled by the Polisario Front. It presents their stories of displacement and longing for freedom. The documentary features stark black-and-white portraits and sweeping landscapes, illustrating the daily lives of those caught in a prolonged conflict. Director Pierre-Yves Vandeweerd captures the tension between hope and despair in this divided region.

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Why Watch

See the impact of the Moroccan wall on Sahrawi lives.
Meet the Sahrawi people and their struggle for freedom.
Find out about the Polisario Front's role in the region.

Did You Know

The wall in Western Sahara is 2,400 kilometers long.
The film features narratives from the Sahrawi people affected by Moroccan occupation.
Lost Land was directed by Pierre-Yves Vandeweerd in 2016.

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Western Sahara politicsSahrawi refugee issuesDocumentary film enthusiasts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the length of the wall built by the Moroccan army in Western Sahara?

The wall built by the Moroccan army in Western Sahara is 2,400 kilometers long.

What are the two main groups involved in the conflict in Western Sahara?

The two main groups involved in the conflict in Western Sahara are the Moroccan army and the Polisario Front, the Sahrawi National Liberation Movement.

What languages are spoken in the documentary Lost Land?

The documentary Lost Land features Arabic as the primary language.

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2011 • Official selection

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