Omid is one of a series of films capturing the experiences of people during the Covid-19 pandemic. It was scripted collaboratively with people seeking sanctuary in Newcastle upon Tyne.
A young man finds himself living in temporary hotel accommodation after seeking asylum in the UK shortly before the Covid-19 pandemic. We see his struggle to keep himself safe, healthy, and mentally well in an environment where he has very little agency or connection beyond a telephone screen.
Produced – Danielle Giddins
Directed – Katja Robers
Script Lead – Danielle Giddins
Sound – Matt Tuckey
Cast – Farid Bostani & Amanda Bryant
- Director of Photography
- Editor
- Producer
- Script Lead