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While We Are Here

6.320191h 15mMovieDocumentary

“While we are here” mixes fiction, travelogue, film diary and documentary to tell the story Lamis, a Lebanese woman who just moved to New York and Wilson, a Brazilian man living illegally for 10 years in the same city. The film narrates…

DirectorsLuiz Pretti·Clarissa Campolina
WritersLuiz Pretti·Clarissa Campolina

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GuideDocGuideDocDocAlliance FilmsDocAlliance Filmsmyfilmfriendmyfilmfriend
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Luiz Pretti

MG
Mary Ghattas
Lamis
MS
Marcelo Souza e Silva
Wilson
GPGrace Passô
Grace Passô
(Narrator)
GV
Gláucia Vandeveld
Mãe de Wilson
TP
Theo Campolina Pretti
Omar

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While We Are Here — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams While We Are Here?

While We Are Here is streaming on GuideDoc, DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is While We Are Here on Netflix?

No, While We Are Here is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on GuideDoc and DocAlliance Films.

Is While We Are Here on Amazon Prime Video?

No, While We Are Here isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on GuideDoc and DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch While We Are Here for free?

While We Are Here is available to stream free (with ads) on myfilmfriend in Canada.