Guestworkers

At a glance

Guestworkers, is a 2021 Belgian movie, directed by Issam Bougrine. with a runtime of 27 minutes.

Overview

Gastarbeiders (Guestworkers) is a historical drama following two Moroccan brothers who emigrate to Belgium in the 1960s, driven by dreams of a better life in Europe. But the promised land reveals itself through the dark tunnels of the coalfields, where backbreaking labor and harsh conditions clash with the aspirations that brought them there. The film offers an intimate portrait of the immigrant experience, exploring sacrifice, disillusionment, and the enduring bonds of brotherhood.

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