The Roma, commonly referred to as Gypsies, are outsiders who have been both romanticised and vilified in popular culture. Lacking the kind of social hierarchy and political power that could otherwise advocate collectively for their rights and tell their history, the Roma struggle with chronic poverty and disenfranchisement. They have endured centuries of intolerance and persecution in Europe - an estimated 500,000 were murdered during World War II.

Shot in 11 countries and featuring dozens of Roma - including Holocaust survivors, historians, activists and musicians - A People Uncounted documents their culturally rich yet often difficult lives and demonstrates how their present state has been shaped by the tragedies of the past.

As ethnic intolerance flares across Europe again, the film sheds light on this unique culture, placing the Romani story within a larger context of racism and genocide.

*Available in HD

Festivals and Awards

Nominated
Best Documentary Motion Picture, Producers Guild of America Awards 2013

Official Selection
Full Frame Film Festival 2012
Shanghai International Film Festival 2012
Docudays Ukraine Human Rights Film Festival 2012
Mumbai Film Festival 2011
Hawaii International Film Festival 2011
Montreal World Film Festival 2011

Reviews

“Illuminating… offers a vivid mix of visual evidence, historical commentary and survivor testimonies” - Variety

“A one-of-a-kind find. A fascinating inquiry into what one recent study determined is the most discriminated-against group in all of Europe”
- Filmmaker Magazine

“Profoundly moving”
- Montreal Gazette

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