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The Crossing provides a first-hand account of Syrian refugees navigating a perilous trek to Europe. The film follows a group as they travel across land and sea in an old fishing boat operated by smugglers. It captures the intense experiences they face, including the struggle to maintain sanity amidst chaos.
Upon reaching Europe, the refugees are dispersed into various hostels. Each individual confronts the complexities of identity and survival within a maze of regulations. The film presents the extreme lengths these individuals go to in their quest for safety and a new beginning.
Why Watch
- •Meet Nabil Hilaneh and other Syrian refugees.
- •Follow their perilous trek across land and sea.
- •Find out about life in refugee hostels in Europe.
Did You Know
•The film was directed by George Kurian in 2015.
•The documentary has a runtime of 55 minutes.
•Languages spoken in the film include English and Arabic.
Perfect For
Syrian refugee storiesEuropean migration issuesHuman rights advocacy