The Hearing
L'audience
“A family's struggle in seeking asylum to remain in Canada”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Peggy Nkunga Ndona, Émilie B. Guérette
- Screenplay & Story
- Émilie B. Guérette
- Original Score
- Daniel Baillargeon
- Original Title
- L'audience
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- French, Lingala
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Colonelle Films, Les Films du 3 Mars
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peggy Nkunga Ndona, Émilie B. Guérette
Émilie B. Guérette
Daniel Baillargeon
Glauco Bermudez, Étienne Roussy
Ariane Pétel-Despots, Natacha Dufaux
Fanny Drew, Sarah Mannering, Justine Chevarie-Cossette
Department Leadership Roster
Glauco Bermudez
Director of Photography
Émilie B. Guérette
Screenplay
Fanny Drew
Producer
Sarah Mannering
Producer
Justine Chevarie-Cossette
Producer
Peggy Nkunga Ndona
Director
Émilie B. Guérette
Director
Daniel Baillargeon
Original Music Composer
Ariane Pétel-Despots
Editor
Natacha Dufaux
Editor
Étienne Roussy
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hearing
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What is The Hearing about?
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.
Who directed The Hearing?
The Hearing was directed by Peggy Nkunga Ndona, Émilie B. Guérette.
Who stars in The Hearing?
The principal cast of The Hearing includes Peggy Nkunga Ndona, Simon Mbala Kapela, Adoration Francis Nkunga Mbala, Consolation Sophie Nkunga Mbala, Benjamin Crédo Nkunga Mbala.
When was The Hearing released and how long is it?
The Hearing was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hearing?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hearing was composed by Daniel Baillargeon.