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202186 minPG-13documentary

1.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Shelter

202186 minPG-13documentary

1.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A young person prepares to travel from Chicago to New Orleans, advised to keep their bus ticket hidden and avoid talking to strangers.

“An immigrant story that helped shape a city”

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Culture,

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Director

Ron Chapman

Channel: VICE

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Shelter

2021• 86 minPG-13

1.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Synopsis

A young person prepares to travel from Chicago to New Orleans, advised to keep their bus ticket hidden and avoid talking to strangers.

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Ron Chapmandirector

Phyllis Elliswriter

Synopsis

A young person speaks on the phone, detailing a plan to travel from Chicago to New Orleans. They are advised to keep a low profile on the bus and to avoid talking to strangers. The documentary features various individuals facing challenges at a shelter. Conversations about safety, family, and personal struggles unfold. One participant shares a story of addiction and deep feelings of despair. Amid these discussions, staff members emphasize unconditional support and the need for care in difficult moments.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

Meet Sierra as she navigates a dangerous journey to New Orleans.
Find out how caregivers provide support to vulnerable minors.
See the impact of addiction on personal relationships.

Did You Know

Sierra is advised to keep her bus ticket hidden during her travels.
The documentary features a participant who expresses a desire to use drugs to escape pain.
A caregiver emphasizes the need for unconditional love for abandoned youth.

Perfect For

Youth support advocatesMental health awarenessUrban social issues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should a minor do if they need to travel to New Orleans?

They should go to the Greyhound station, give their name, and a ticket will be waiting for them.

What issues do many kids face at the shelter?

Many kids at the shelter have issues such as abandonment and emotional hurt.

What is a suggested exercise for calming down in the documentary?

An exercise involves imagining a string from the base of the spine to the crown of the head and revisiting a safe calm place.

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