The Stopover
a film byeen film van Collectif Faire-part

Filmmakers Paul Shemisi and Nizar Saleh embark on a journey from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Germany to screen their latest film. However, during a layover in Angola, their trip takes a harrowing turn when airport authorities question the authenticity of their documents. 

© L’escale (Collectif Faire-part, 2022)

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