Refuge

A quiet, patient portrait of displacement and longing, carried by one man's steady determination to reunite with the family he loves.

Directed by

Claudia Ruiz Capdevielle

Genres

Documentary

Starring

John, Junior SA, Héctor Fernando Tapia Flores

Overview

John is a Haitian migrant who fled his country due to political instability and death threats. After a long journey, he managed to be recognized as a refugee in Mexico, allowing him to start a new chapter in a new land. However, for John, this story is far from over as his wife and baby remain stranded in Chile. Every day, John takes steps towards family reunification, longing to embrace those who are his true refuge.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

Immigration, family, isolation, survival

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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