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The Hearing

A family's struggle in seeking asylum to remain in Canada
May 26, 2023 · 1h 33m
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After crossing 11 countries irregularly to seek asylum in Canada, Peggy, Simon and their three children are waiting for the hearing that will determine whether they get refugee status or not. Having fled political repression in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the family tries to rebuild a peaceful life in Montreal, in spite of the constant threat of deportation. Between ghosts from the past, hopes for the future, a complex legal maze and seemingly endless trial, the film delves into the struggle of the Nkunga Mbala family to remain in Canada. Offering unprecedented access to their hearing before the Immigration and Refugee Board, the film unveils the opaque process of claiming asylum in Canada.

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CAST

Peggy Nkunga Ndona
Self
Simon Mbala Kapela
Self
Adoration Francis Nkunga Mbala
Self
Consolation Sophie Nkunga Mbala
Self
Benjamin Crédo Nkunga Mbala
Self
Directed by Émilie B. Guérette

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
FR
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Colonelle Films, Les Films du 3 Mars
Country
CA

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