Movie

The Shelter

★ 6.2(8)20141h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Fernand Melgar
Release date: 2014-08-10
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: Switzerland
Studio: Climage

About The Shelter

The Shelter is a 2014 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Fernand Melgar. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shelter in Finland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

It is winter at an emergency shelter for the homeless in Lausanne. Every night at the door of this little-known basement facility the same entry ritual takes place, resulting in confrontations which can sometimes turn violent. Those on duty at the shelter have the difficult task of “triaging the poor”: the women and children first, then the men. Although the total capacity at the shelter is 100, only 50 “chosen ones” will be admitted inside and granted a warm meal and a bed. The others know it will be a long night.

Themes & keywords

coldhomeless personimmigrationsheltersnowhomeless shelterartfilm

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shelter in Finland?+

The Shelter is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Finland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Shelter on Netflix?+

The Shelter is not on Netflix in Finland right now.

How long is The Shelter?+

The Shelter has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When did The Shelter come out?+

The Shelter is a 2014 movie directed by Fernand Melgar.

What genre is The Shelter?+

The Shelter is Documentary film.

Who directed The Shelter?+

The Shelter was directed by Fernand Melgar.