Movie

Nu ben ik 18

At the age of sixteen, Issa flees the war in Syria, without his parents. In the Netherlands, he finds a new home in the shelter for unaccompanied minors in Amsterdam. After more than a year, Issa turns 18 and legally adult. This documentary shows how at that moment he loses all support and is transferred to an unknown town. For his best friend Hamidie, his 18th birthday is also imminent. What is the impact of this drastic change?

Director

Sarah Vasen

Status

Released

Release date

21/09/2024

Original language

Dutch