Movie
For the first time in Europe, a film crew gained authorisations to enter a detention centre for illegal migrants. Behind the closed prison doors, tension builds day by day awaiting for their deportation. Plus...
Webdoc
A unique look
One year after their expulsion by special rendition flight, follow the individuals from the film who have returned to their country of origin. An emotional journey will take you to Senegal, Gambia, Kosovo, and Cameroon in the form of a web documentary. Plus...
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Special flight in France
After a huge success in Switzerland, Special flight is now in theaters in France. Where to see the film?
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Coercive measures
Swiss law allows imprisonment for up to 18 months of all foreigners who are in an irregular situation in anticipation for expulsion. More than 150'000 undocumented immigrants who live in Switzerland are threatened. Plus...
Inhuman practice
Switzerland is the only European country who chained up migrants in such a severe manner during a forced expulsion of an undocumented migrant. Special rendition flights have already cost 3 people there lives. Plus...
Swiss film of the year 2012
Special flight has won the Quartz and the Prix de Soleure which are the highest honors in Swiss cinema. They have been added to by a dozen international prizes and awards which confirm the interest in the detention and forced expulsion of migrants. Plus...
Getting involved
Special Flight has provoked in Switzerland and abroad an unprecedented debate and a wave of indignation for the fate of undocumented migrants. Many have asked how to respond. Plus...
Screenings for students
Despite the campaign of censorship organized by the Swiss Peoples Party SVP, more than 10'000 students have been able to see the film and participate in debates. In collaboration with e-media.ch, an educational supplement which is very complete has been established. Plus...
