Refuge
“A story about fear and love in the American South.”
Synopsis
In Clarkston, a small town in Georgia, a successful Kurdish doctor and a Muslim-hating white supremacist form an unlikely friendship. Against the backdrop of an exceptionally racially- diverse community, themes of xenophobia, Islamophobia, and forgiveness play out in an intimate and accessible way. Directors Din Blankenship and Erin Bernhard put the focus on understanding, resulting in a moving film with a lot of heart that moves the conversation on racial divisions towards healing.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-24
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysDOC NYC
Festival / Special Debut
March 24, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 24, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erin Bernhardt, Din Blankenship
- Original Title
- Refuge
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Katie Couric Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erin Bernhardt, Din Blankenship
Betsy Stahl, Katie Couric
Department Leadership Roster
Erin Bernhardt
Director
Din Blankenship
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Refuge.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Refuge
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Refuge about?
In Clarkston, a small town in Georgia, a successful Kurdish doctor and a Muslim-hating white supremacist form an unlikely friendship. Against the backdrop of an exceptionally racially- diverse community, themes of xenophobia, Islamophobia, and forgiveness play out in an intimate and accessible way. Directors Din Blankenship and Erin Bernhard put the focus on understanding, resulting in a moving film with a lot of heart that moves the conversation on racial divisions towards healing.
Who directed Refuge?
Refuge was directed by Erin Bernhardt, Din Blankenship.
Who stars in Refuge?
The principal cast of Refuge includes Not specified.
When was Refuge released and how long is it?
Refuge was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.