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In 'The Longest Run', Jasim and Alsaleh, two underage refugees from Syria and Iraq, are arrested in Greece for allegedly smuggling illegal immigrants. The film provides access to their experiences in a juvenile prison and the courtroom as they await trial. It captures the tension surrounding their legal situation and the uncertainty of their future.
The documentary portrays the harsh realities faced by young migrants who are coerced into smuggling while the actual smugglers remain unpunished. Phone conversations with their mothers, who are still in war-torn regions, add emotional depth to their story, illustrating the dual confinement experienced by these families amidst the broader migrant crisis.
Why Watch
- •Meet Jasim and Alsaleh in a Greek juvenile prison.
- •Follow their tense courtroom trial.
- •Find out about their families in war-torn regions.
Did You Know
•Jasim and Alsaleh are underage refugees from Syria and Iraq.
•The film takes place in a Greek juvenile prison.
•The documentary has a runtime of 75 minutes.
•The film was directed by Marianna Economou.
Perfect For
Refugee storiesJuvenile justiceMigrant crisis