Shadow Game (2021) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2021 · 90 mins · Arabic

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Directed by

Eefje Blankevoort, Els van Driel

Starring

Sajid Khan Nasiri

This film documents the challenging experiences of teenagers seeking asylum across Europe. As borders tighten and fences rise, their journey becomes increasingly difficult, taking them through snowy landscapes and encounters with border police. The documentary follows their path from Greece to North Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, France, and the Netherlands. Shot over three years, the film incorporates footage captured by the teenagers themselves, offering a raw and intimate perspective on the realities of European asylum policy.