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The Return: Life After ISIS

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Wikipedia article




'The Return: Life After ISIS' is an 2021 British-Spanish documentary film directed and produced by Alba Sotorra. It follows Shamima Begum and Hoda Muthana as they leave ISIS and attempt to return to their countries.

It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on 17 March 2021. It was released in the United Kingdom on 15 June 2021, by Sky Documentaries.

Synopsis



Shamima Begum, Hoda Muthana, Kimberly Gwen Polman, among other women leave ISIS and attempt to return their home countries.

Production



In February 2021, it was announced Alba Sotorra had directed the film, with Sky Documentaries set to distribute in the United Kingdom.

Release



The film had its world premiere at South by Southwest on 17 March 2021. It also screened at the Hot Docs International Film Festival on 29 April 2021. It was released in the United Kingdom on 15 June 2021.

Reception



'Variety' said, "These stories are harrowing, but the manner in which theyre revealed is gently optimistic, a testament to the patience and efficacy of Sevinaz, the energetic activist who runs workshops that encourage the women to confront the past and find solidarity in one another."

'POV Magazine' said, "speaks to generations affected by these conflicts and leaves us both informed and no less certain about what the just solution to the situation of these survivors should be."

References



Category:2021 films

Category:2021 documentary films

Category:British documentary films

Category:Spanish documentary films

Category:2020s English-language films

Category:2020s British films


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