When Sarya's father is detained for working illegally to provide for the family, Sarya must become the primary caretaker for her younger siblings.
It is not currently available on major US streaming platforms like Prime Video or Netflix US. My Small LandHD
is a 2022 award-winning Japanese drama film that explores the lives of Kurdish refugees living in Japan . The story follows 17-year-old Sarya , whose life is upended when her family's refugee application is rejected, stripping them of their right to work and travel. When Sarya's father is detained for working illegally
Watch the official trailer to see Sarya's struggle for identity and survival in Japan: MY SMALL LAND Trailer | TIFF 2022 YouTube• Oct 26, 2022 🎬 Film Overview Emma Kawawada (her feature debut) The story follows 17-year-old Sarya , whose life
Won the Amnesty International Film Award Special Mention at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival 📖 Key Plot Points
The film highlights her budding friendship/romance with Sota, a Japanese boy who begins to understand the harsh realities of Japan's immigration system. 📺 How to Watch Streaming: Currently available on Netflix in Japan.
Sarya balances her Kurdish traditions at home with her desire to be a "normal" Japanese teenager.