650 Words tells the story of eight people from different regions in Turkey – all of whom want nothing more than to be reunited with their loved ones in Germany. However, before they can start living together with their spouse they must first obtain a german language certificate in their home country, which is a mandatory requirement to apply for a family visa.For Ayse, Ibrahim, Nur, Soner, Hayriye, Halil, Zelal, and Naime is the language course a journey they embark upon to join their husbands and wives in Germany. As these eight individuals reveal their personal lives, how they met their partners, and their dreams about living side by side with their families in Germany, unique stories emerge that also trace a complicated relationship between two countries. This documentary was realized through the Mercator-IPC Fellowship Program.
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