Deep Dive: Refuge(e) (2019)
Film Lens
Refuge(e) follows the stories of two refugees, Alpha and Zeferino, who fled violence in their home countries and sought political asylum at the US border. Instead of finding safety, they were incarcerated in a for-profit prison for months without committing any crime. The film shows the plight of thousands of refugees who are unable to share their experiences, focusing on the harsh realities of detention camps and the wider effects of government policies on human rights.
The documentary is directed by a female filmmaker and emphasizes the brutality faced by asylum seekers, particularly in the context of border control and political violence. It explains the systemic issues surrounding immigration and the treatment of refugees, using the personal stories of Alpha and Zeferino to illustrate the urgent need for reform in how asylum seekers are treated in the United States.
Why Watch
- •Meet Alpha and Zeferino, two asylum seekers facing prison.
- •See the impact of for-profit prisons on refugees in the US.
- •Find out about the realities of detention camps at the US-Mexico border.
Did You Know
•Alpha and Zeferino fled their home countries due to violent threats.
•They were held in a for-profit prison for months without committing a crime.
•The film is directed by a female filmmaker, highlighting women's perspectives in refugee narratives.
•Thousands of refugees are unable to share their stories due to systemic barriers.
Perfect For
Human rights advocatesImmigration policy analystsDocumentary film enthusiasts