“Uplifting and unforgettable.”
“A moving, powerful, urgent and deeply human film.”
“A must see for every Australian.”
UPCOMING SCREENINGS
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“It made me feel stronger. It’s contagious to see the strength of the women in the film. It is just brilliant and should be showered with acclaim.”
“What a magic film and a special night. A wonderful inspiration for all. Thank you so much.”
“Congratulations to the filmmakers and all the brave participants. Your optimism and dedication have resulted in fantastic opportunities for refugee children (especially girls) living in limbo in Indonesia.”
“I really appreciate your dedication and sacrifice for your community. It’s absolutely inspiring.”
“Important, insightful, honest work. It gives you hope that anything is possible. Don’t miss it.”
“I can thoroughly recommend schools screen this film. Was a brilliant session for year 10s.”
“If you were born in ‘the lucky country’ don’t miss this film. Oh heck, wherever you were born, watch this film.”
“This movie was powerful. The Q&A was so deep! Message: talk to your neighbours. Be curious about one another. So much can happen from one interaction and one conversation. Also message: Women are such an integral part of the education and empowerment of humanity.”
“What a warm and wonderful night out. Feeling inspired and ready to take on the world. Thanks to the team for sharing such an amazing story.”
“NSW Department of Education please ensure all high school students have the opportunity to see this incredibly positive story - empathy levels will rise!”
“Thank you for such an inspiring and powerful film, and for sharing your stories! The Q&A was wonderfully insightful and moving.”
“A film of deep, lived experience. Refugees are resilient, brave, amazing, inspiring human beings that we can learn so much from.”
“It touched me deeply and beautifully demonstrated the power of education, knowledge and unity. My heartfelt thanks to Muzafar Ali, Nagina, Khalil, Tahira and everyone involved in sharing a genuine and powerful portrayal of Hazara life with the world.”
“Your work is truly inspiring and fills me with pride. Seeing someone from my own homeland using their voice to create change gives me hope and reminds me that our stories and dreams still matter.”
“Showed the strength, courage and determination of the Hazara girls. Their stories touched my heart and reminded us of the power of hope, resilience and community. All I can say is thank you. ”
“Moving and powerful. Incredibly intimate.”
“ So powerful. It highlights to the core what I do in my teaching role every day: provide opportunities for my students and their families.”
“Deeply touched my heart. It reflects the struggles of the Hazara community and refugees, but also their hope, courage, and determination to build a better future. Thank you for sharing these powerful stories and giving them a voice.”
“Powerful and inspiring.”
“We feel so privileged to have you share your story, your passion and your determination with us. Not only was the film inspirational but your words were so powerful.”
“A moving testament to the strength, resilience and determination of refugees who turned hope into action and built a brighter future through education.”
“A story of the huge potential in each and every asylum seeker. It delves deep into stories of those determined individuals who kept moving despite being stuck in Indonesia.”
“Thank you for producing such an eye opening and inspiring documentary on the struggles, yet the incredible resilience, of Hazara refugees. Thank you for being the voice of the voiceless.”
“So moving and so poignant to hear about all those generations of children who have now been given the gift of an education. What a gift you have given the world.”
“A testament to the right to education and asylum, especially for refugees. I hope this film gets seen around Australia.”
“A pleasure to reconnect with Muzafar and reflect on the special relationship between the Cisarua Learning Centre and AIS. Congratulations to the many former and current AIS staff, students and families who have supported this incredible partnership over the years.”
“A true testament on how a community can overcome obstacles. Thank you for continuing to raise awareness on the plight of refugees who are stuck in limbo.”
“A most beautiful film, it deserves endless praise for highlighting the strength and generosity and resilience that humans possess. Bravo to all.”
PAST SCREENINGS & EVENTS
27/05/26 Adelaide – Rostrevor College
29/05/26 Orange – Orange Christian School
29/05/26 Orange – Odeon 5
30/05/26 Blue Mountains – Mt Vic Flicks
31/05/26 Randwick – Ritz
01/06/26 Newtown – Dendy Newtown
02/06/26 South Coast – Huskisson Pictures
03/06/26 Warrawong – Gala Twin Cinema
04/06/26 Coffs Harbour – Jetty Memorial Theatre
05/06/26 Coffs Harbour – Yarrila Place (Muzafar Ali & Farahnaz Salehi In Conversation)
06/06/26 Newcastle – Tower Cinemas
07/06/26 Melbourne (Inner South) – Classic Elsternwick
07/06/26 Melbourne (Inner North) – Thornbury Picture House
11/06/26 Geelong – Pivotonian
12/06/26 Brisbane – Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
13/06/26 Maleny – Maleny Community Centre
14/06/26 Murwillumbah – Regent Cinema
15/06/26 Tweed Heads – Dungay Public School
15/06/26 Tweed Heads – Lindisfarne College
15/06/26 Tweed Heads – Kingscliff Church
16/06/26 Sydney – Kaldor Centre – UNSW
17/06/26 Canberra – Dendy Canberra
17/06/26 Cairns – End Credits Film Club
19/06/26 Hobart – Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
20/06/26 Warwick – Churches of Christ Auditorium
23/06/26 Griffith – Griffith Regional Theatre
25/06/26 Bowral – Empire Cinemas
25/06/26 Perth – Murdoch University Zoom Q&A
26/06/26 Trentham – St Martin's Chapel
27/06/26 Dunkeld – Off The Rails
28/06/26 Castlemaine – Theatre Royal
05/07/26 Randwick – Ritz
09/07/26 Narooma – Narooma Kinema
10/07/26 Tathra – Headland Theatre