Detained (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2015, Detained is a documentary film directed by Anna Persson, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary from within the Swedish Migration Board's locked repository where people are in custody awaiting forced deportation. Prisoner and guard are in close proximity around the clock. Converses during sleepless nights and playing football during hot summer days. We follow Sophie, 29, who loves her job at the repository, Sami, 20, the young rebel who is locked up but free inside, and Aina, 47, who were separated from her children and kept locked up while the police are stepping up efforts to enforce their expulsion order.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Detained has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Detained page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Detained (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Detained change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Detained worth watching?
- Detained holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Detained released?
- Detained was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.