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The Hearing (2023)

After crossing 11 countries irregularly to seek asylum in Canada, Peggy, Simon and their three children are waiting for the hearing that will determine whether they get refugee status or not. Having fled political repression in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the family tries to rebuild a peaceful life in Montreal, in spite of the constant threat of deportation. Between ghosts from the past, hopes for the future, a complex legal maze and seemingly endless trial, the film delves into the struggle of the Nkunga Mbala family to remain in Canada. Offering unprecedented access to their hearing before the Immigration and Refugee Board, the film unveils the opaque process of claiming asylum in Canada.

  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Peggy Nkunga NdonaPeggy Nkunga NdonaSelf
  • Photo of Simon Mbala KapelaSimon Mbala KapelaSelf
  • Photo of Adoration Francis Nkunga MbalaAdoration Francis Nkunga MbalaSelf
  • Photo of Consolation Sophie Nkunga MbalaConsolation Sophie Nkunga MbalaSelf
  • Photo of Benjamin Crédo Nkunga MbalaBenjamin Crédo Nkunga MbalaSelf

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