Synopsis

The film tells the story of two brothers, Hjalmar and Simon, who move to Ireland with their parents. Hjalmar begins in a tiny village school, but doesn’t understand a word they are saying. He feels utterly alone, but gradually he learns English and makes new friends. Suddenly both he and his little brother, Simon, are a part of everyday life in the little village on the west coast of Ireland. They are no longer strangers.

Year
1996

Genre
Staged documentary

Duration
30 minutes

Language
Available in English