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Summary:

There is a grave concern in the small community of Ærø when two public centers for unaccompanied boys open in 2015. The Islanders are worried and afraid that the Island is too small for such large group of foreigners. In the beginning, the children are met with skepticism but once the inhabitants get to know the teenage boys something unexpected happens. As we witness the lives of several boys who are trying to adapt while awaiting decision in their asylum case, the inhabitants and the boys slowly find a mutual understanding and friendship in the small community. Heartwarming and heartbreaking moments occur in this beautiful almost fairytale-like story where friendships are made for life. ISLAND OF HOPE is a warm and touching story about a wide range of people whose lives, thoughts and relationships are moved and challenged in the encounter with strangers. It's a film that points to the universal in all people - that we need to be seen and be part of a community.

Contributors:

Jensen, Helle Toft , director, producer, director of photography

DR Sales (Firm) , publisher

Spor Media , production company

Languages:

English
Danish

Language Notes:

In English and Danish with English subtitles.

Subjects:

Teenage refugees — Denmark — Ærø

Refugee children — Denmark — Ærø

Refugees — Denmark — Ærø — Public opinion

Refugees — Government policy — Denmark — Ærø

Genres:

Documentary films

Feature films

Online media

Internet videos

General Notes:

Streaming media.
Restricted to the University of North Texas System.
Description based on: Title from title screen (viewed January 03, 2025).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 video file (58 min.))

Digital Characteristics:

video file

Call Numbers:

Online Video

OCLC Numbers:

1469129836

Other Control Numbers:

99762447300971 (source: VaAlASP)
5629155 (source: VaAlASP)
[Unknown Type]: ASP5629155/avon