Lost Boys of Sudan (film)

Lost Boys of Sudan is a 2003 documentary film that follows the journey of two Sudanese refugees, Peter Dut and Santino Chuor, as they resettle in the United States after enduring years of displacement and hardship. They are two of the thousands of "Lost Boys" – young boys who fled Sudan during the Second Sudanese Civil War (1983-2005) to escape violence, persecution, and forced conscription into the army.

The film documents their experiences navigating American culture, finding jobs, pursuing education, and searching for their families who remain scattered across Africa. It highlights the cultural differences, the challenges of adapting to a new environment, and the emotional toll of their past trauma.

Lost Boys of Sudan offers a poignant and intimate portrayal of the refugees' resilience, their determination to build new lives, and their ongoing connection to their homeland. The film garnered critical acclaim for its empathetic storytelling and its powerful depiction of the human cost of war and displacement. It serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and supporting refugees as they navigate the complex process of resettlement.