(be)longing(2007)
(be)longing Synopsis
A group of inspiring African teenagers brought illegally or trafficked into the UK overcome desperate situations and build new lives for themselves in London. The girls face deportation on their 18th birthdays under current Home Office rules. This film asks them what they long for and where they feel they belong.
(be)longing (2007) is a documentary film directed by Helen Paris, released on January 1, 2007 with a runtime of 10m. It stars Nguwasen Grace Agera, Sheila Baluku, Saudatu Hassan and Rebecca Isiko.
- Director:
- Helen Paris
- Producers:
- Helen Paris, Leslie Hill
- Cinematographer:
- Nick Gordon Smith
- Production:
- Curious International, Artsadmin, Toynbee Studios
- Status:
- Released
(be)longing Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Helen Paris, produced by Helen Paris and Leslie Hill.
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Who stars in (be)longing?
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The main cast of (be)longing (2007) includes Nguwasen Grace Agera, Sheila Baluku, Saudatu Hassan, Rebecca Isiko and Samantha Kamara. The film was directed by Helen Paris. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was (be)longing released?
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(be)longing was released on January 1, 2007 and runs for 10m.