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Yarl’s Wood Befrienders, in collaboration with Bedford Film Festival and the Quarry Theatre at St. Luke’s presents…
Leave to Remain
Omar, a charismatic Afghan teenager, is at the point of having his refugee status decided, when the arrival of a boy from back home threatens to change everything. Forced into a position where the outcome may be the difference between life and death, his only options are to tell the unbelievable truth or to tell a good story? For Omar, and thousands like him, the asylum system is a cruel game of chance. Based on real-life stories, Leave to Remain is a coming of age drama that depicts a world hidden from view. Featuring a soundtrack by the award winning band Alt-J, this provocative debut feature from BAFTA winner Bruce Goodison, introduces an ensemble cast of emerging talent, young refugees and acclaimed actor, Toby Jones.
There will be a free information session about the work of Yarl’s Wood Befrienders from 18.30 and the film will start at 19.30.
People are free to come along to either or both.
You will need a ticket to see the film.
Director: Bruce Goodison
Cast: Noof McEwan, Zarrien Masieh, Yasmin Mwanza, Toby Jones
Genre: Drama Country: UK Language: English Year: 2013
Duration: 85 mins Rating: 15 iMDb Score: 6.2/10