The movie may theoretically additionally compete within the documentary characteristic and animated characteristic classes. It has finished very properly on the competition circuit, successful awards just like the Cristal for a characteristic at Annecy and the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize: Documentary at Sundance. It’s nominated for best documentary at the Gotham Awards.
Asserting the choice, Claus Ladegaard, CEO of the Danish Movie Institute, mentioned in a press release:
Flee is the haunting and creative story of a refugee and his journey. Concerning the huge worth that folks in his place pay every single day, even in a secure haven. Jonas Poher Rasmussen directs with super empathy, and Amin’s story is tough to shake. The movie’s finely balanced use of animation, music, and reside motion offers us an actual sense of the horror and cynicism of Amin’s journey to Europe — whereas not ignoring the sweetness, humor, and hope of his story. This makes Flee an unusually nuanced movie with social and existential depth.
The reception of Flee has been overwhelming because it premiered at Sundance, and extra distinguished North American festivals have chosen the movie. Now, its U.S. theatrical launch is coming shortly through Oscar-winning distributor Neon. This sort of visibility and backing carries vital weight within the Oscar race. The committee is satisfied that Flee can proceed its spectacular worldwide journey on the again of its highly effective theme and authentic type.
Denmark received the worldwide characteristic movie Oscar final 12 months, with Thomas Vinterberg’s One other Spherical.
