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Deep Dive: Refugees through time (2013)

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Refugees through time
The film tells the story of the saharaui people through the experiences of a family, specifically focusing on the filmmaker's father, mother, grandfather, and grandmother. It provides a personal narrative that connects individual experiences to the broader history of the saharaui community. By centering the family's story, the film aims to present a collective memory of the saharaui people while distancing itself from being solely about the filmmaker's life. It addresses themes of politics and history, reflecting on the past and its impact on the present.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the saharaui people through personal family stories.
  • •Find out about the history of the saharaui community.
  • •See how individual experiences reflect broader political themes.

Did You Know

•The film features the filmmaker's father and mother, highlighting their personal stories.
•It includes the experiences of both the filmmaker's grandfather and grandmother.
•The film is set against the backdrop of the saharaui people's history.

Perfect For

Saharaui historyFamily narrativesPolitical storytelling