Dheepan
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Dheepan is a Tamil freedom fighter, a Tiger. In Sri Lanka, the Civil War is reaching its end, and defeat is near. Dheepan decides to flee, taking with... him two strangers - a woman and a little girl - hoping that they will make it easier for him to claim asylum in Europe. Arriving in Paris, the 'family' moves from one temporary home to another until Dheepan finds work as the caretaker of a run-down housing block in the suburbs. He works to build a new life and a real home for his 'wife' and his 'daughter', but the daily violence he confronts quickly reopens his war wounds, and Dheepan is forced to reconnect with his warrior's instincts to protect the people he hopes will become his true family. Show More

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Dheepan is a gripping drama that follows the story of a Tamil freedom fighter named Dheepan, who decides to flee Sri Lanka with two strangers – a woman and a little girl – as the Civil War in their home country approaches its end. Their aim is to seek asylum in Europe. They arrive in Paris and struggle to find stability as they move from one temporary home to another.

Eventually, Dheepan secures a job as the caretaker of a dilapidated housing block in the suburbs of Paris. He is determined to provide a real home for his wife and daughter and build a new life for them. However, the violence he encounters on a daily basis quickly brings back the haunting memories of his past as a warrior.

As Dheepan tries to adjust to his new surroundings, he is forced to confront the demons of his past and make difficult choices to protect his makeshift family. This thought-provoking film delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the lasting impact of trauma.

Dheepan garnered critical acclaim, with its powerful storytelling and moving performances. It won the Palme d'Or, the highest honor at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, and was praised for its authentic portrayal of the immigrant experience and the complexities of rebuilding a life in a foreign land. This film is a must-watch for those seeking a poignant exploration of human resilience and the challenges faced by refugees in their search for a better future.