The Walk

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The Walk, is a 2023 Arab movie, directed by Tamara Kotevska, with a runtime of 80 minutes. Content rating: PG.

Overview

The Walk is a powerful documentary-drama following Asil, a young Syrian refugee waiting for her papers in Turkey while processing the trauma of displacement and family loss. Her story animates Amal, a towering and enchanting puppet who embodies the plight of millions of migrant and displaced children worldwide. Amal embarks on an epic journey from the Syrian-Turkish border across Europe, accompanied and brought to life by a group of puppeteers who are themselves refugees. More than a physical march, The Walk is a profound meditation on empathy, human connection, and the enduring power of hope carried across borders.

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