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My Land

2011100 minPGdocumentary

More than 60 years after fleeing in 1948, elderly Palestinian refugees continue to live in camps in Lebanon without returning to their homeland.

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More than 60 years after fleeing in 1948, elderly Palestinian refugees continue to live in camps in Lebanon without returning to their homeland.

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In a refugee camp in Lebanon, elderly Palestinians recount their lives after fleeing their homes in 1948. They share stories of loss and longing for the land they left behind. For over 60 years, these individuals have lived in makeshift shelters, holding onto memories of their former lives. Their voices reflect a history marked by displacement and the struggle to maintain identity in a foreign land. "My Land" captures their experiences and the enduring impact of their exile.

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