'Green Border': Agnieszka Holland's Harrowing Refugee Drama Sparks Controversy and Critical Acclaim

Agnieszka Holland's latest film, "Green Border," tells interlinked stories of border guards, activists, and refugees in the swampy forest region between Poland and Belarus. The film sheds light on the little-known crisis of refugees being sent towards Poland by the Belarusian government, creating tensions for its neighbor. The story follows a refugee family's desperate journey and the moral struggles faced by a border guard tasked with making their mission difficult. While the film has moments of emotional poignancy and serves as a call for action, it falls short in fully integrating its narratives. "Green Border" premiered at the Venice Film Festival and is currently seeking U.S. distribution.