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The Old Oak

In a small village in Northeast England, a historic pub called The Old Oak faces an uncertain future as the local mines close, causing many residents to abandon the area. However, the village's decline proves to be an unexpected opportunity for Syrian refugees, who are drawn to the affordabl...

In a once-thriving mining community, The Old Oak is the last remaining pub, where people can gather. Landlord TJ Ballantyne fights to keep it alive, but things take a turn when Syrian refugees arrive in the village without warning, making the pub a contested space. TJ forms an unlikely friendship with Yara, a curious young Syrian woman who always carries a camera. As they navigate their differences, they must find a way for the two communities to understand each other, revealing a deeply moving drama about fragility and hope.

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Info about The Old Oak

Studio(s): Sixteen Films, Why Not Productions

Originally Released: United States, Sep 29, 2023

Production Countries: Belgium, France, United Kingdom

Box Office Gross: $7,702,015.00

Genres:Drama