On the beach of Cutro, five migrants begin their search for safety and a new life in Calabria. Directed by Francesco Del Grosso, "Nyumba" follows Hafsa Abdulahi Alì, Moussa Cissokho, Abdullah Balde, Mohamed Sesay, and Alex Sowe as they navigate the challenges of forced migration. The documentary reflects on memory and the longing for home amid the Mediterranean's tragic history. It runs for 83 minutes.

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Meet five migrants facing forced migration.
See the beach of Cutro as a starting point.
Find out what home means to those in transit.

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The film features five main migrants from different backgrounds.
Cutro is the starting point for the migrants' journey in the film.
Nyumba has a runtime of 83 minutes.

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Who directed the documentary Nyumba?

Nyumba was directed by Francesco Del Grosso.

What is the duration of the documentary Nyumba?

The duration of Nyumba is 83 minutes.

What year was the documentary Nyumba released?

Nyumba was released in 2025.

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