The Kasims
"The film is a portrait of a refugee family spanning two generations, capturing the hopelessness of the directly affected parents and the strength of the indirectly affected children born in Germany."
The Kasims is a documentary film. directed by Natalia Preston. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Eighteen-year-old Shahnura is about to graduate from high school. Her mother spends hours at the dining table while Shahnura is at school, wondering if her mother, sister, and brother are still alive. Living in Germany without a passport or nationality, she listens to the harrowing stories of her mother and two friends who have experienced imprisonment and re-education camps in China. These accounts reveal the suffering, human rights abuses, forced adoptions, and the grim reality of the camps where the predominantly Muslim Turkic Uyghurs are tortured and mistreated.
Quick Facts
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kasims about?
Eighteen-year-old Shahnura is about to graduate from high school. Her mother spends hours at the dining table while Shahnura is at school, wondering if her mother, sister, and brother are still ali...
Who directed The Kasims?
The Kasims was directed by Natalia Preston.
How long is The Kasims?
The Kasims has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).