It made me think about how welcoming Scotland is thought of as being towards foreigners and how this perhaps isn't always the case in reality. It shows the Scottish locals as not entirely keen on the refugees, for numerous reasons - I have no doubt racism still exists in Scotland. I liked the way scenes are filmed with a panoramic view of the barren landscape, bringing home how isolating it must be for the few people who find themselves somewhat stranded on small Scottish islands.
It shows the Scottish locals as not entirely keen This film is quirky and thoughtful. 'Limbo,' just like 'Flee' and 'His House,' each one with a different style and approach, embodies the tragedy of the refugee crisis and the numerous ways Europe is failing to provide a solution to this huge problem. Also, let's not forget Vikash Bhai, who, as Farhad, portrays the most tender and bonkers character in the film. His subtle smiles and the melancholy of his look elevate his character to the max, making us create a whole and sad backstory in our minds.
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But at the core of this movie is Amir El-Masry, who portrays Omar, the Syrian refugee. Ari Kaurismäki, Yorgos Lanthimos and Wes Anderson fans will salivate with this. Sharrock is careful not to romanticize the harsh experience of fleeing home because of the danger that represents staying there the deadpan comedy is just the perfect ingredient to frame the absurdity of waiting ages for an asylum response. Through a simple yet powerful story about a Syrian refugee stuck in Scotland until his asylum is granted, director Ben Sharrock reflects on the unjust struggle of people just looking for a better life. Through a simple yet powerful story about a Syrian refugee stuck in Scotland until his asylum is granted, director Ben Sharrock reflects on the unjust struggle of people just looking for a better Limbo' will make you remember that borders may have created order but also pain and suffering. Limbo' will make you remember that borders may have created order but also pain and suffering.
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