The Walk
Amal, a towering 12-foot puppet representing a Syrian refugee girl, embarks on a transformative 8,000-kilometer journey through Turkey, the Middle East, and Europe, raising awareness of the struggles faced by millions of displaced children seeking refuge. Interwoven with the voice of Asil, a refugee child trapped in a Turkish childcare facility, Amal’s journey mirrors a humanitarian crisis that transcends borders. Guided by two puppeteers, Fidaa and Mouaiad, whose own experiences as refugees from Palestine and Syria bring Amal to life, the film navigates the urgent global refugee crisis through intimate personal stories. As she moves across borders, Amal reflects on the complexities of the refugee identity, capturing both the warmth of human connection and the isolation so often endured. With over 14 million refugee children worldwide, The Walk honors their stories, offering a poignant exploration of resilience, strength and dignity, woven within the hopes carried by those forced to leave everything behind.