Refugee

Refugee

Refugee

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Refugee

2016

0h 23m

5.5(1 votes)

Documentary

Overview

Five acclaimed photographers travel the world to provide detailed insight into the difficult conditions faced by refugees who dream of a better life.

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Iwonder Amazon Channel

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Production Companies

Tiger Nest Films

Cast & Crew

6 members

Acting

Cate Blanchett

Self - Narrator (voice)

Cate Blanchett

Acting

Lynsey Addario

Self

Lynsey Addario

Acting

Omar Victor Diop

Self

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Acting

Graciela Iturbide

Self

No Image

Acting

Martin Schoeller

Self

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Acting

Tom Stoddart

Self

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