Nu ben ik 18

Nu ben ik 18 2024 Directed by Sarah Vasen

At the age of sixteen, Issa flees the war in Syria, without his parents. In the Netherlands, he finds a new home in the shelter for unaccompanied minors in Amsterdam. After more than a year, Issa turns 18 and legally adult. This documentary shows how at that moment he loses all support and is transferred to an unknown town. For his best friend Hamidie, his 18th birthday is also imminent. What is the impact of this drastic change?

Country Netherlands

Production Country Netherlands

Language Dutch

Spoken Language Dutch

Gnere Documentary

Production Company Zouka

Release Date 21 September 2024

25 mins