Stuck
Stuck

Stuck

2013Movie90 minEnglish

The documentary “Stuck” follows Americans' quest to adopt orphans from Ethiopia, Haiti and Vietnam.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Anjali KumarGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the experiences of a young Indian woman named Anjali who, after contracting tuberculosis, becomes a victim of the broken healthcare system in the United States. Facing deportation and lacking adequate medical care, she navigates the complex and often unforgiving realities of immigration and healthcare bureaucracy. The film highlights the human cost of systemic failures, focusing on Anjali's resilience and her fight for survival and dignity.

Critical Reception

Stuck received critical acclaim for its powerful and timely subject matter, shedding light on the intersection of immigration, healthcare, and human rights. Reviewers praised its empathetic portrayal of Anjali's struggle and its effectiveness in raising awareness about the plight of undocumented immigrants facing medical crises. The film was commended for its emotional impact and its call for greater compassion and systemic reform.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply moving and urgent documentary that humanizes a complex issue.
  • Effectively exposes the flaws in the U.S. healthcare and immigration systems.
  • Anjali's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, prompting reflection on societal responsibilities.

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Awards & Accolades

Screened at various film festivals, including the DOC NYC film festival.

Fun Fact

Director Anjali Kumar, who is also the subject of the documentary, was a student at Yale Law School when she experienced the events depicted in the film.

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