Flee - Movie 2021

About Flee

Flee is a drama film, released in 2021, which tells the story of Amin Nawabi, an Afghan refugee who tells his survival story as an immigrant and reveals long hidden secrets to his devoted friend. The plot paints an intimate and multifaceted picture of contemporary refugee life, exploring personal experiences against background political events.

Making / Production

Directed by Jonas Poher Rasmussen and jointly produced by Sun Creature Studio, Final Cut for Real and animation studio Vivement Lundi!, the film is an international co-production involving Denmark, France, and Sweden. Elevating it to a higher tier of creativity, the film uses animation to brilliantly narrate Amin’s experiences.

Actors

• Animation Characters: The animation characters were voiced by Fardin Hakimi, Daniel Karimyar, and Caroline Løppke. Each of these performers brought emotional depth and authenticity to their roles, manifesting Amin’s experiences vividly.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Flee uses animation to narrate the life of a refugee, adding a distinct touch to the storytelling
• The film is a unique animated documentary, a rare genre in film industry

Awards

Flee has been widely appreciated and has bagged several accolades, such as the 2021 Sundance Film Festival’s World Cinema Grand Jury Prize in the Documentary category.

Quotes

• "In this world, you must be oh so smart, or oh so pleasant. I've tried smart, and I recommend pleasant." - Quote from the movie.

Music, Soundtrack

• Score by Uno Helmersson: Uno Helmersson’s haunting score accompanies the narrative, creating an immersive auditory canvas that aids the storytelling.