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Strength and courage define the characters in these deeply moving films as they transition from life in their homeland to building a new life in an unfamiliar place.


For Ages 14+ | 77 minutes | Presented in English and original languages with subtitles.


Themes: Inclusion, Friendship, Immigration, Identity, Urban/Rural Experiences, Perseverance, Facing Challenges, Overcoming Obstacles.


Content Warning: Fearful situations, Intense Situations, Fatality, Stressful Situations.

The Night I Left America


While awaiting the results of his mother’s visa renewal request, a teenager recalls memories from his childhood in Uganda and his relationship with his parents. He reconsiders the values his parents have instilled in him and wonders whether the pursuit of the American dream is everything he has imagined it to be?

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    14 minutes
  • Language
    English, Swahili
  • Country
    United States
  • Director
    Laki Karavias