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We Come as Friends (2014)

1h 50m 2014 Austria, France

Amid the turmoil of South Sudan's quest for independence from the oppressive regime of Omar al-Bashir, a small, makeshift aircraft arrives from France. Documentarian Hubert Sauper takes the controls, intent on uncovering narratives within a nation mired in historical conflict yet teetering on the edge of a catastrophic future. His keen observations reveal the stark realities and complexities of a land struggling to redefine itself in the wake of its turbulent past. Through captivating visuals and poignant storytelling, Sauper illuminates the fragile state of a country caught in a cycle of war and hope.

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