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202412 minPGdoc-short

6.9/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Shadows

202412 minPGdoc-short

6.9/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

14-year-old Ahlam flees Baghdad's chaos at a busy airport, seeking to reclaim her identity and life amid the challenges of conflict.

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14-year-old Ahlam flees Baghdad's chaos at a busy airport, seeking to reclaim her identity and life amid the challenges of conflict.

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Rand Beiruty

Rand Beirutydirector

Rand Beiruty

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Ahlam, a 14-year-old girl, stands in a busy airport, leaving Baghdad behind. She faces the chaos of fleeing from her home. The film follows her as she confronts her past and current challenges as a young mother. Ahlam's story reflects the difficulties faced by those escaping conflict. Directed by Rand Beiruty, the documentary runs for 12 minutes and features German and Arabic dialogue. It was produced in France and Jordan in 2024.

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