Asylum
Synopsis
Among the countless asylum seekers who have clawed their way to the U.S. are two families -- Angel Ramos and his toddler son, and Elmer Gomez and his daughter. For more than a year, the filmmakers captured the two fathers' dreams, prayers, and realities. Asylum is a rare and intimate look at their journeys through some of their most vulnerable moments -- revealing that, even after the harrowing roads that brought them to the country they once dreamed of, their path to asylum is long and often elusive.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emily Taguchi, Jake Lefferman
- Original Title
- Asylum
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 39m
- Production Studios
- ABC News, ABC Documentaries
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emily Taguchi, Jake Lefferman
Department Leadership Roster
Emily Taguchi
Director
Jake Lefferman
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Asylum.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asylum
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Asylum about?
Among the countless asylum seekers who have clawed their way to the U.S. are two families -- Angel Ramos and his toddler son, and Elmer Gomez and his daughter. For more than a year, the filmmakers captured the two fathers' dreams, prayers, and realities. Asylum is a rare and intimate look at their journeys through some of their most vulnerable moments -- revealing that, even after the harrowing roads that brought them to the country they once dreamed of, their path to asylum is long and often elusive.
Who directed Asylum?
Asylum was directed by Emily Taguchi, Jake Lefferman.
Who stars in Asylum?
The principal cast of Asylum includes Not specified.
When was Asylum released and how long is it?
Asylum was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 39m.