Since the old imperial era to modern nation-states, borders have been symbols of forced division and oppression for the Kurds. In the face of adversity, many members of the Kurdish community have made homes in countries far away from their ancestral lands. This theme is dedicated to films that shed a light on the effects of these borders on Kurdish lives, and also films that are about war refugees, and the diasporic Kurdish communities.
This is a story about a family's livelihood that relies on a risky journey across the border. Read more
While driving to a wedding, a Kurdish family hits a wild animal. Read more
A mute boy and his older brother are planning an escape from their refugee centre in fear of being returned Read more
A new migrant family, one thing is more challenging than it looks; celebrating the birthday of their 9 year old daughter. Read more
Being forced to smuggle goods on the Iranian-Iraqi border, Showan becomes a Kolbar to make money. Read more
This film tells the story about a young boy named Rodi, who lost most of his family at war in Kurdistan. Read more
Eyüp decides to cross mount Ararat looking for his aunt in Yerevan after following a madman's words. Read more
A 60 year old woman, Shukran left her village when her husband passed away. She ends up moving in with her son Faruk in Istanbul. Read more
The Mask is a short documentary about the daily life of Sara Amin, a student living in the suburbs of Paris during the days of quarantine. Read more