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You look lovely, sister.

I know.

Thank you.

Hey...

You're not married yet!

Ishmael!

Do you see her smile?

That. I see yours too.

Move!

WE WILL BE HAPPY

Mr. Reza Mohammadi,

as your representative and official,

Do I have permission to connect you? married for life

with Miss Ava Kiani,

with her dowry and the mentioned conditions?

May I have your permission?

With my parents' blessing, yes.

Thank you very much. Thank you.

Thank you very much. Thank you.

Well, my son.

Dad.

This is the best day of my life.

Not! It's mine!

And look at you a chemist's wife.

I'm still not officially a chemist!

I'm proud of you. You're my sister-in-law now.

Look at yourself! You are emotional.

Have you moved?

Ava...

I wish you all the happiness in the world.

And it will be your turn.

You...

I'll keep an eye on you.

It was a joke!

Now make your father happy.

Do me a favor.

Dad! No, Dad.

He will sing!

Reza will sing!

SODOMITES

Reza?

Come with us.

You have to come with us.

Shame on you!

Run, cut, run!

Stop!

Ishmael!

That's for the last time!

Oh yeah?

Come in.

Hello.

Hello, Nora.

Is everything there?

Yes. But you know that you don't have to do this.

It's my pleasure.

It's really nice of you.

I'm sorry. I will buy a washing machine.

How is Reza?

It's not good.

I don't know what to do.

He can't stay there. He's going crazy.

Be strong.

I will return it this week.

Thank you.

Thank you.

We're back, live from Radio-Canada headquarters.

We are here with the Honorable Gloria Price,

Federal Minister for Immigration and citizenship.

Before the break, we talked

on the generosity of Canada according to asylum seekers.

Yes, but we must not forget this generosity has its limits.

Asylum seekers have a long way to go in front of them if they want to stay.

Gloria Price.

Move!

Gloria Price...

Miss Price! Miss Price!

Miss Price!

Madam.

Ma'am! Please, Miss Price.

Reza, my friend from Iran. He will be deported.

Excuse me.

Thank you for being here.

Laurent?

Laurent?

Hey! Hello!

how are you

Excellent. Is it good?

Yes, I still work for the minister.

Lunch soon?

Taxi! Sir, taxi!

Thank you.

Hey let's get together Coming soon?

At dinner or something.

No, it's over with Martin. We broke up.

OK, that works. Bye.

I like how you dressed.

You have good taste.

Nice of you. Thanks.

Keep the change. I don't need a bill.

This is my number.

If you ever need anything.

Thank you, Saad.

You?

Hello, how are you?

Halo?

Hey, Habibi. How is it?

Okay, I'll manage.

I think I found someone who could help you.

Really?

That's great!

I'll let you know.

I can't take it anymore, I have nothing to do here.

Next time,

Can you bring me a chemistry book?

Red with a white title?

Certainly.

I love you, my love.

I love you too.

WELCOME TO FRANCE HELLO HUMAN RIGHTS!

All right, get the hell out of here.

Get out of here!

There's more. Send them forward.

Clean up this mess.

We're evacuating.

Come on guys. Get going!

Move, move!

This will help.

No fingerprints, I cannot identify you.

- No. - Please.

- No. - Now.

Hey. Are you following me?

Yes.

I never do this.

Karim,

your bag.

It's okay.

Don't call me Karim anymore.

What?

Call me Saad.

Now I'm Saad.

All right, Saade.

Would you like some water?

We still have.

Come here.

Help!

Come back!

This way.

We'll take you to the agency for social services.

You're going to apply for asylum, okay?

No prints, no identity.

What are we going to do with him?

We'll take him to the emergency room.

If you behave yourself, everything will be fine.

Can I help you?

Do you have any tea?

No.

I can get it and bring it if you want.

I don't have breakfast.

I have to go soon.

I have a big day today.

Do you want a ride somewhere?

No thanks.

Free.

Not. Don't bother.

I'll take an Uber.

Okay, I'm going.

That? All right.

Well, thanks.

It was fun.

Yeah, it was cool.

Hello.

Hello.

Sorry. I don't usually take guys home.

I mean, we don't usually wake up together.

I mean, you're so handsome. It was great.

My name is Loran.

Come in.

Has anyone ever said yes to you? do you smell good?

No, not soon.

- No? - No.

Well, you smell really good.

Has anyone ever told you? that you are a great kisser?

Hey, stop it.

- What? - I'm driving. We'll never make it.

I think that's it.

The association will pay the first few months.

It has a stove and a fridge.

We'll bring the mattresses this afternoon.

Thank you.

I live next door if you need anything.

Hello, Laurent?

Hello.

I already miss you.

I can't stop thinking about you.

I miss your lips, your body. I miss your voice.

You are a romantic.

If you only knew.

Let's see each other soon.

At any time. Okay.

I have to get back to work.

I'm still not sure.

What should I put on the wall?

What do you think?

Do you have a suggestion?

Reza, I'm talking to you.

I need to talk to you about Ishmael.

Who is he?

Ishmael?

Yes! Who is that?

He was my lover in Iran.

My first true love

and my last one.

Why are you talking about him now?

Because now I can

with you.

I can talk about him.

He would be really happy

because of us.

Come here.

No.

You're crazy!

Not publicly!

Yes, I'm crazy.

And yes, publicly.

No!

Come on!

Maybe a little.

come on baby

Little one.

I'll take another picture.

Thank you.

Want one together?

If you don't mind, yes.

It's my pleasure.

Thank you.

Good. Another one?

Thank you very much.

Thank you.

Have you been here long?

A few months, yes.

Welcome to Rodon.

Well, to Quebec.

Would you mind? to take a picture with the truck?

It will be my pleasure.

Saade,

What did she say?

She said welcome.

Thank you.

It's very nice of you.

Good afternoon.

Good afternoon.

Show me your hands.

You know fingerprints grow back.

Your temporary residence permit was restored.

- Thank you. - Have a nice day.

- Thank you. - We changed the scent.

It's lavender. Does he like lavender?

Yes, he likes perfume. He will be happy.

- Excellent. - Thank you very much.

Saade! My love.

how are you

I'm fine.

You look good.

Really?

Yes.

Good afternoon.

I brought you your chemistry book.

Thank you.

So tell me about this man.

Well, he's...

He is a very good man.

I think he can help us.

Okay... Who is he?

He is someone close to the immigration minister.

Can we talk for a minute?

Yes, of course.

He didn't ask me that he was hiding here.

Reza is fragile.

When we got here,

he was so cold, he thought we were got into the wrong ship.

Do you know why want to send him back to Iran?

The commissioner just changed her mind. I don't know why.

When they tried to arrest him, he ran away.

It's been here too long.

I know.

Thank you once again.

Hiding someone who should to be deported is a crime.

Now I'm an accomplice.

He must not be seen in the church.

He can spend the night.

Thank you.

Hello.

I would like to meet your friends.

Oh yeah?

That. I would like to get to know you a little better.

I don't know if...

What is it?

They're not really your kind of people.

What are people of my kind like?

I didn't mean that.

Tell me, what are people of your kind like?

They're just friends, but they are also colleagues.

We always talk about work.

I promise I will find them fascinating.

Maybe even less boring than you.

You are so handsome.

Oh yeah?

You will convince me in the end.

- Hello. - Hello.

- Loran Gotje, please. - Yes.

Seychelles, though.

It seems that the beaches there are very clean.

They are not very friendly towards gay people.

Well, gay-friendly…

Here he is.

Saade, meet Jeana, friend and colleague.

And Martin, a former colleague and friend.

We were more than friends.

- So, Zhana? - Yes.

- And Martin. - Yes.

I'm glad.

And what's your name again?

Saad.

like a car but D instead of B.

This is a nice place.

Laurent is not a Starbucks guy.

We talked about vacation spots.

About the Seychelles, more precisely.

Where is that?

Seychelles, in the Indian Ocean.

Is it nice there?

Thank you.

Thank you.

I pay.

Where are you from?

North Africa.

Feel free to ask about it, okay?

Yes, of course.

How long have you lived here?

It's been a year and a half.

You must know some good beaches.

Yes, of course.

One in particular, yes.

Kilometers of sandy beaches, the ocean at the foot of the buildings.

It's nice.

What did you study?

Geography.

You studied geography, but you don't know where Seychelles is?

Don't worry. She questioned us all.

Professional training.

Careful, the food is hot.

- Chicken with seasonal vegetables. - Thank you.

Risotto with mushrooms.

Two duck breasts with grilled vegetables.

What do you do at work?

I am a taxi driver.

Dishwashing, cleaning, working in the fields, driving a taxi...

That's about it for new immigrants, right?

No thanks, I don't drink.

Do you have any tea?

Yes, I will make a choice.

Thank you.

Is there someone in your life?

I don't know how to answer that.

Excuse me.

Bai Mudan is white tea. We have orange blossom flavored oolong.

We have smoked tea, Jasmine tea.

Bergamot black tea.

We also have standard...

with citrus and floral notes.

Have you decided?

Where are the toilets?

Here.

Very sweet.

I haven't seen you this happy in a long time.

I can't explain it. That's...

It's serious.

SPAIN

Dad...

Dad, it's me, Reza.

Hey!

You!

Hey you!

Give me the phone.

I'm fine.

Give me the phone!

Please!

Give it to me!

Just a moment, please.

Ishmael! Ishmael!

I'm not done with you.

Karim Berada.

Now

since you hit the guard,

you will be blacklisted worldwide.

PROHIBITED ENTRY TO THE EUROPEAN UNION

Make me a copy.

Your hand.

The other one.

Go.

You are my hero.

Why are you meeting us?

Seriously?

What is that?

His age? His race?

You haven't known him that long.

I like it, a lot.

Me too.

Well, you...

- What? - You like everyone.

Not all of them.

My friends are jerks.

Yes, I felt like I was being interrogated.

I'm sorry, I really am.

Here, for you.

What is that?

Tea.

It may not have a floral note, but you will have it when you come.

And this too.

So you don't have to knock to enter.

Thank you.

It is my pleasure.

Why are you so nice?

I can't be mean.

And you?

Why does he seem so distant sometimes?

Nostalgia, I guess.

I don't know how to explain.

Attempt.

Let's just say it wasn't that easy as i said earlier.

Little whore!

I'll shoot!

Dirty fag.

If we see you here again, you're dead.

Tell me.

You have two options there.

You're hiding and make sure no one knows...

or you'll end up in jail.

I decided to leave.

Come here.

You're ready for another boring one date next week?

I'm tough. You will see.

Oh yeah?

One artist my boss loves has an exhibition opening.

Will she be there?

That.

She's a bit tense, I warn you.

All right, my handsome geographer, it's time to sleep, huh?

Where are Seychelles again?

Don't be afraid. I know Loran.

I am a friend.

My name is Saad.

You scared me.

Sorry.

Thank you.

Loran is a good man.

Are you Moroccan?

You speak Darian, like my husband.

Loran helped you with the papers?

Not. He hired me.

I study urban planning, and I had no money.

I also work for his friends until I graduate.

Are you sleeping with him because of the papers?

What kind of person do you think I am?

That's offensive.

Laurent is generous.

Don't hurt him, okay?

Who can you find

on a $10 bill?

Yes, good!

OK, let's try French?

Who is on the $5 bill?

- We found... - We found it.

We find the face...

Wilfrid Laurier.

Yes, good!

In English, please.

What is the name of the Prime Minister of Canada?

What is celebrated on July 1st?

July 1st?

- Canada Day. - Yes.

Which Canadian singer won two Oscars?

Did you write about Rodon?

I wrote six pages.

Six pages? Woof.

I wrote that we were impressed by the forest,

river and waterfalls.

Are you referring to the woman from the cafeteria?

That. Look.

You wrote everything down.

Happy.

That. It means "happy" in French.

I am happy.

- Good morning, Reza. - Good day.

- Good morning, Saade. - Good day.

I brought the photos.

Photos of us, apartment, our room.

Photos that prove we are a couple.

I'm sorry, you can't testify.

What?

We don't need you today.

But I'm Reza's only connection.

Yes, but we don't know who you are.

Of course you do.

That was before I knew that you don't exist legally.

He doesn't cause problems.

We have to turn things in his favor.

Here, their job is not to release immigrants.

It's more the other way around.

Unless you decide to find out your true identity, of course.

I'm Saad.

Prove it.

You can stay in the room, but don't do or say anything.

Saade, listen to what he is saying.

City council.

Mr. Reza Mohammadi, Iranian citizen,

seeks asylum in Canada in accordance with Convention on the Status of Refugees

because of threats directed at him because of his sexual orientation.

Mr. Mohamadi is homosexual.

Mr. Mohamadi fled Iran during the arrest.

He has a police record.

His return to the country would expose him risk of corporal punishment

and death.

Like thousands of other Iranian refugees, he passed through Turkey,

which granted him temporary asylum.

He later went to Spain, and then to France,

before he secretly arrived in the port of Montreal.

Mr. Reza sometimes has difficulties to speak English.

Occasionally he will speak his own native language, Persian.

We thank the court for providing translator in such a short time.

Thank you.

Sir.

Thank you.

Sir, you will understand that I must confirm your lawyer's claims.

We see a lot of requests

because of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.

As everyone knows, Canada is a country of asylum

for LGBT people from all over the world,

but our capacities are limited.

So, Mr. Mohammadi...

unfortunately, we have no material evidence,

no photos, no witnesses which confirm the claims of your...

Sit down.

your attorney regarding your sexual orientation.

Tell me.

When did you have your first homosexual experiences?

No, answer.

I was very young.

Did you enjoy watching other boys?

Yes, it was good.

With some boys.

Good.

now tell me

when you first had sex with a man?

Answer, Mr. Mohammadi.

a kiss,

Touch.

Why does he ask such questions?

You have to answer.

I am...

I was 14, maybe 12 years old.

I don't remember the year.

Who was that?

I can't pronounce his name. That could put him in danger.

I understand.

In that case, tell me,

how would you describe sexual encounter?

I can't say this in front of everyone.

I can't say that.

Why are you asking me these questions?

Have you had relationships with women?

I would like to be clear.

I have six subjects which I need to listen today.

I don't have much time to hesitate.

You have to answer.

I'm going to ask everyone to leave.

Except you and your client, lawyer.

You stay here.

What's going on?

I have no idea, but you have to go.

Mr. Mohamadi was married in Iran.

He left his wife.

He never said he was was married in Iran.

You lied.

I'm sorry.

Please don't do that.

What happened?

They don't want me here.

What did they say?

It would be much simpler

when he would reveal his identity.

That would save me,

but you think only of yourself!

Today in court,

It was difficult for me to say that in front of strangers.

I was angry...

I'm sorry,

you are not selfish

you are a good man

you are kind

Which one do you like better?

This.

This?

Two and a half million!

You are a real Persian princess!

Mr. Reza Mohamadi, come with us.

We have a deportation order.

What did he do, sir?

Run away!

Is it okay?

You don't need it.

Our first meeting in high society.

Are you okay?

Yes, I'm fine.

Thank you.

Mark!

See you later.

It's wonderful.

- Hello. - Hello.

You look good, Saad.

Thanks. You look beautiful too, Žana.

Oh, it's an old dress.

Never compliment a woman, here in Quebec. It's dangerous.

Sorry.

The minister is here. I will meet you.

Madam Minister, meet my friend Saad.

Saade. Is that your first or last name?

His name.

What's your last name again?

Idris.

Saad Idris.

- Idrisa... North African? - Yes, ma'am.

From which country?

Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco?

Madam, I have something to tell you.

It is very important.

I'm listening.

That's...

Sad.

Your dress is so beautiful.

Thank you.

That was an important thing which one did you have to tell me?

Yes, because they say it's dangerous compliment the woman here.

Sorry.

Saad?

- Are you okay? - Yes, don't worry.

I'm going home.

- What? - It's okay. Stay.

Are you doing everything you can?

I'm doing everything I can.

Are you doing all you can?

Be patient.

You are different, Karim!

Don't call me Karim!

Do you still love me?

Why are you asking me that?

Answer me!

Yes, I love you.

New perfume!

Do you like it?

are you ok

I'm giving you your suit back.

What? At this time?

I need to see your boss again.

What?

I'm sorry, I embarrassed you.

Wait, what do you want from the minister?

I don't want him to think I'm taking advantage of you.

Why would she think that?

Because I'm waiting permanent residence.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO DELETE FINGERPRINTS WITHOUT FINGER AMPUTATION?

UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS IN QUEBEC

SEVEN UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS FOUND IN A CONTAINER IN THE PORT OF MONTREAL

Yes.

I am calling to confirm the minister's presence at a charity event.

Yes.

Yes, she is thrilled to attend.

Yes, I know all the details.

See you soon?

Thank you, see you soon.

Zhanna?

I'm listening.

Come and see.

That man is Reza Mohamadi...

a twenty-three-year-old Iranian who managed to escape from Iran.

He avoided deportation six weeks ago.

I know we don't deport to Iran, but...

he lied to the commissioner.

And you don't lie to the commissioner.

He arrived in Montreal by boat with a guy.

He...

is a guy.

Nobody in North Africa does not match Saad Idrisa's description.

No fingerprints, so he can make up any name or story.

We don't know where it's from nor who is

that's why we have to keep it.

I don't know what he wants from you, but...

he wants something.

I'm sorry.

Hey. How are you?

Yes, I'm fine.

I'm glad you wanted to see me.

No more tea.

- Sorry. - Yes?

- Can we have some tea? - Of course.

Fatima told me you are Moroccan.

Thanks.

Who?

My maid.

That. But why are you talking about this?

Because my maid he knows more about you than I do.

I was born and raised in Gatineau. My dad teaches at the university there.

My mom is a civil servant. I have two sisters.

I don't know anything about you.

That is not true.

Where are you from?

What do your parents do in life?

What do you want to do in life?

I'm a taxi driver now.

Taxi driver. Is that what you want to be?

Why so serious? Did I do something wrong?

I don't understand.

Who are you?

It's okay. I have to go.

Hello, Zana.

Just go, but I want to be there.

All right.

Saad Idris.

This way.

Hello, Saad.

Can you tell me what's going on?

Reza Mohammadi.

That.

A year and a half ago, you arrived together in the port of Montreal.

Can you leave us?

You have no authority here.

Two minutes.

Everything was...

All for him?

You were at his asylum hearing?

Reza's lawyer confirmed this.

Why didn't you ask anything?

What should I ask? Seriously.

What should I have asked? when did you get into my taxi?

“Hello, sir. I saw you with the minister.

"Can you save Reza?"

Can you imagine?

What would that look like? Desperate.

He would say politely that you can't do anything and left.

Or should I have asked the first time we made love?

"Are you finished, Laurent? Yes?

Can you save Reza now?”

Tell me, what should I have done?

Laurent, now,

now please allow me to meet the minister again.

Because if we do nothing, after a good whipping of Reza,

they will hang him from the crane and leave him to die.

Public hanging so everyone knows it is wrong for boys to sleep with boys.

That will happen.

I'm gonna lose my job.

I'm telling you someone is going to die, and you talk about your damn job?

We're nothing to you, huh?

Absolutely nothing.

Is everything okay?

Reza wants to be a chemist.

His wife also told us that.

What are you saying?

We found it in Iran.

Which woman?

You didn't know Reza had a wife?

What?

Her name is Ava.

Do you know where we can find Reza?

can i go

We can charge you with complicity.

Of course.

You can hang me from the crane.

So there will be two of us.

Tell me about Ava!

Your wife, do you remember her?

Yes, I remember her.

I think about it every day,

the pain I caused her

to her, her family,

to my family.

It wasn't love,

but she was great.

I used it.

Why didn't you ever tell me about her?

Because I'm ashamed

that I lied to her

and that I left Ismail.

Ismail is dead.

They killed him!

You could have told me this.

I feel guilty.

and I don't want to

I do not impose this on anyone.

I really love you, my love...

We were happy.

Why do you say that?

And I hope to see you again...

Reza, why do you say that?

No, Zana. No, it's not personal.

We cannot send him to be hanged in Iran. That's crazy!

Listen, forget it.

Yes, Gilbert?

This is Laurent Gauthier.

Yes. I have something for you.

You have to post it online as soon as possible.

Anonymous source claims

immigration agents they entered a church in Montreal this afternoon.

They arrested a young homosexual who will be deported to Iran.

Immigration Canada violated that which many consider a holy refuge

for refugees.

Did you understand?

Did you write everything down?

Tell as many people as possible.

The minister has a public event tonight on the occasion of the opening of the center for immigrants.

Yes.

I'll send you the details.

Yes.

I just created a huge crisis which needs to be managed.

Yes, I know.

No. No, Madam Minister.

I have no idea who leaked the information.

I know. Everything is on social networks.

It was just on the news.

Perfect.

I am waiting for your answer.

Thank you.

Go take a shower.

Why?

Yes?

There is still no comment from the minister. I'll get back to you.

Perfect.

Get in the shower and put this on.

I don't understand.

Reza will be deported tonight.

Wait, what are you talking about?

Hurry up. I will explain.

Yes.

Great, thanks.

MIGRANTS ARE IMPORTANT HOMOSEXUALITY IS A CRIME IN 69 COUNTRIES

Shit.

Madam Minister, your opinion.

The minister will not answer questions in connection with the case of Reza Mohammadi.

Will he be deported?

That's all, thank you.

They expected a pardon.

Good evening.

Good evening. Welcome to our problems, Mr. Idrisa.

what are you doing You will lose everything.

- Madam Minister... - Everything will be fine.

community allies, generous donors,

ladies and gentlemen, welcome to our fundraiser

for the construction of a new center for the integration of immigrants.

The center will enable...

Reza is on his way to the airport.

and refugees cared for by the state...

Please greet the esteemed Gloria Price,

Minister for Immigration and MP for Ville-Marie constituency.

Madam Minister.

Go now.

Madam, I need to speak with you. Immediately.

- It's not time. - It's urgent.

I want Rezi Mohamadiya grant a pardon.

Allow me to make a speech, and then we'll talk.

No, now! Now!

This is Reza and me.

In our first winter clothing combinations.

This is Reza and I in Rodon.

The woman who took the picture drives a food truck.

She told us we were welcome.

And Reza had a big smile on his face.

I don't have enough photos to show you, but Reza is a good man.

Really. He will be a great chemist one day.

Saade, please.

I'm not Saad.

I...

I am Karim Berada.

My father is Sajda Berada.

I was born in the area of Tiznit, in the Rose Valley in Morocco.

I...

I have two sisters and a brother.

And I just want to save Reza.

So please help me. Save him.

If he returns to his country, they will hang him, madam.

They will hang him. Please, ma'am.

Please. No, please.

Saade, please.

Please...

ADR. ADR program.

Find me the name of the commissioner who is decided to deport him.

ladies and gentlemen, people from all over the world...

I wanted to say hello to you

and thank you,

but Mr. Berada intervened and spoke from the heart.

This man is living proof

a long way which each of you has taken.

I would like to use this speech

to announce that I have decided to take advantage the privilege that my position gives me

to appeal the decision on the deportation of Mr. Reza Mohammadi

through alternative dispute resolution,

Administrative postponement of deportations for humanitarian reasons.

Thank you.

I don't know how to thank you.

This wouldn't have happened without you.

We saved him. Do you understand?

What happened between us it was real.

Trust me.

Karim Berada,

you are under arrest due to using a false identity

and making false statements Immigration Canada.

Reza Mohammadi, welcome to Canada.

You will be Canadian.

Dear Habibi...

I'm writing to you in French for the first time.

A friend corrected my letter.

I think about you every day,

but I still can't figure it out all the sacrifices you made for me.

I have to tell you that I am doing well.

My chemistry studies are recognized.

I'm happy,

and I will always love you.

Your Reza.

WE WILL BE SREEN

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