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Exile

Exile

· 45m

Director

Yesmine Fersi, Lina Hamouda, Minyar Mrabti

Overview

In Tunisia, a silent HIV epidemic spreads within the country’s repressed queer community, hidden beneath layers of societal stigma and discrimination. The film tells the stories of two individuals who navigate the harsh realities of living in a country where their identities are illegal, and healthcare is inaccessible due to fear and shame. As the virus spreads, so does the isolation, forcing the community to confront not only the epidemic but the deep-rooted prejudice and neglect that fuels it.

About Exile

What is Exile about?

In Tunisia, a silent HIV epidemic spreads within the country’s repressed queer community, hidden beneath layers of societal stigma and discrimination. The film tells the stories of two individuals who navigate the harsh realities of living in a country where their identities are illegal, and healthcare is inaccessible due to fear and shame. As the virus spreads, so does the isolation, forcing…

How long is Exile?

Exile runs 45 minutes.

Who directed Exile?

Exile was directed by Yesmine Fersi, Lina Hamouda and Minyar Mrabti.

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