The Welcome(2021)
The Welcome Synopsis
The Welcome is a life-affirming collection of short films sharing stories that will transport you across countries, borders and oceans. Hear fresh voices and emerging Queensland artists from diverse backgrounds tell honest and authentic stories about migrant and refugee experiences and what it means to belong in Australia. The Welcome is an extension of La Boite’s critically acclaimed 2020 stage production, The Neighbourhood. This intimate storytelling experience was created by La Boite with Brisbane-based production company KIOSK and proudly supported by the Commonwealth Bank and Queensland Government. The Welcome screens across multiple digital platforms, in recognition and celebration of Queensland’s diverse communities.
The Welcome (2021) is a documentary film directed by Ryan Renshaw, released on January 18, 2021 with a runtime of 33m. It stars MATT HSU, CIEAVASH AREAN, NAAVIKARAN and AMER THABET.
- Director:
- Ryan Renshaw
- Writers:
- Anisa Nandaula, LILIANA SANCHEZ, MATT HSU
- Producers:
- Aleea Monsour, Todd MacDonald, Sara Taghaode
- Cinematographer:
- Shing Fung Cheung
- Production:
- commonwealth bank, Queensland Government, la boite, Kiosk Films
- Budget:
- $300
- Status:
- Released
The Welcome (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Welcome before you stream it.
The Welcome Cast & Crew
Main cast
- MATT HSU
MATT HSU
as himself
- CIEAVASH AREAN
CIEAVASH AREAN
as himself
- NAAVIKARAN
NAAVIKARAN
as Themself
- AMER THABET
AMER THABET
as himself
Anisa Nandaula
as herself
- NIMA DOOSTKHAH
NIMA DOOSTKHAH
as himself
- AURORA LIDDLE-CHRISTIE
AURORA LIDDLE-CHRISTIE
as herself
- LILIANA SANCHEZ
LILIANA SANCHEZ
as herself
- COLLEEN WALL
COLLEEN WALL
as herself
Key crew
Directed by Ryan Renshaw, written by Anisa Nandaula, LILIANA SANCHEZ and MATT HSU, produced by Aleea Monsour, Todd MacDonald and Sara Taghaode.
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The Welcome – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Welcome online?
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Who stars in The Welcome?
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The main cast of The Welcome (2021) includes MATT HSU, CIEAVASH AREAN, NAAVIKARAN, AMER THABET and Anisa Nandaula. The film was directed by Ryan Renshaw. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Welcome released?
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The Welcome was released on January 18, 2021 and runs for 33m.
Is there a trailer for The Welcome?
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Yes. The official The Welcome trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.