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Stanbrook
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In 1939, as the Spanish Civil War draws to a chaotic close, the Port of Alicante becomes a beacon of desperation and hope. Thousands anxiously await ships hired by the Republic for escape. Among them is Joan, a man who has lost everything to the war, accompanied by his young daughter Maria. As the cargo ship Stanbrook sits docked, Captain Archibald Dickson and his crew prepare for a vital shipment. When the expected boats fail to arrive, Dickson takes it upon himself to embark on a rescue mission. With nearly 3,000 refugees facing the brutal oppression of Franco's regime, the Stanbrook becomes a symbol of survival and solidarity in the face of adversity. This historical narrative, set against the backdrop of one of Spain's greatest human exoduses, offers a poignant reflection on the resilience of the human spirit. Recognized for its excellence, Stanbrook is an ideal choice for educators seeking to engage students in discussions of history, exile, and the enduring quest for freedom.
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Main credits
Bernàcer, Óscar (film director)
Bernàcer, Óscar (screenwriter)
Martínez Ortueta, Joana (film producer)
Mellor, Jonathan (actor)
Fígols, Àngel (actor)
Lizondo, Lucía (actor)
Other credits
Cinematography, Víctor Entrecanales; editing, Vicente Navarro; music, Iván Capillas.
Distributor subjects
History; Exile; Fascism + Repression; Family; Migration Studies; Iberian Studies; International Relations; Short FilmsKeywords
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This is Captain Archibald Dickson.
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-Captain?
-Good morning, Sir.
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So... all’s well?
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Aye, sir. The crew is fine,
ready and waiting for the cargo.
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-You’re still in port?
-I’ve just got back from Madrid, sir.
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The lorries should be here
this morning.
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And the transport company
have confirmed that with you?
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They were on route
yesterday, Sir, at least.
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Communication with the transport
people isn’t easy.
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I mean to say with all the confusion.
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It’s chaos, to be honest.
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You’ve waited long enough.
It’s time to leave.
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If the consignment
hasn’t arrived by noon,
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you must weigh anchor.
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Aye, Sir.
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Don't worry.
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Sir, by your leave, Sir.
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The crew is tranquil,
but they are keen to know if...
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We have our orders.
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Please follow them.
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Alicante, 28 March 1939.
The last days of the Spanish Civil War.
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The stamp is authentic.
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It's good.
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Your Party Cards.
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Yours and Rosa's.
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Here.
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To keep her occupied
during the voyage.
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It's perfect.
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Wait at the warehouse.
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Someone will come for you.
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Is that your mum?
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Is your father here?
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You know...
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I could be your father.
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You!
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Leave the girl alone.
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-Is your husband travelling with you?
-That's none of your business.
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Right.
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Families have priority.
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If we had had a little girl...
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Everything okay?
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-I've finished it.
-Well, read it again.
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You might discover something new.
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You sound like mama...
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Stay here.
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We were expecting ten trucks.
Only two have come.
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What in God’s name is going
on on that boat?
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The captain has only agreed
to take Government officials.
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Says he doesn't want to fill his ship
with "murdering reds".
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It’s not an easy time to make a stand.
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It’s not easy time for anything.
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No more vehicles will get through now.
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Once we’ve got the cargo stowed,
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we’ll have nothing to keep us here.
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Sir.
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"Sinbad the Sailor".
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I used to give that to my students
to read.
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They loved it.
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We had a lots of books.
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Adventure books.
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They were my favourites.
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Do you want to read it?
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Why don't you read it to me?
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You have a lovely voice.
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What's your name?
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Maria.
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Maria, I'm Neus,
and this is Carmen.
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My mama.
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No! They're not coming!
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They're not going to come!
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They're not coming!
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What's happening?
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They're not coming!
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They're abandoning us here.
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Like rats!
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No more ships will come!
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I'm a good man!
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I'm a good man!
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Who will take care of my children?
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I'm a good man!
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Captain.
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France and Britain
have rescinded the accords
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for the evacuating of civilians.
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Come on! Come on!
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Wait! Wait!
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There!
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Come on, let's go!
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Maria, wake up. Wake up!
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Come on, let's go!
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Let's go!
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One person, one suitcase!
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One person, one suitcase!
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One person, one suitcase!
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Keeping the gangway clear, please!
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Go, go, go!
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Just one suitcase per passenger!
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No-one gets on without ID!
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-Ok, its Ok!
-Stop!
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Calm.
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Over here, here!
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Please, please.
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We must now to get out of here!
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-We are overloaded to bursting.
-Get them down to the hold!
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Get down into the hold!
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Moving down, please!
Moving down!
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There is no room here,
It is all full!
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I have to use the bathroom.
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Go over there,
where I can see you.
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-Just a minute.
-Move aside and let them through.
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-I've got it somewhere.
-You can't come onboard without ID.
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-At least let the girl through.
-No!
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-Get out of the way!
-Move aside!
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Let us past, damn you!
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Please...
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-I'm sorry...
-Maria!
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Maria!
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Come on, my love!
We'll wait for papa onboard.
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- Is she yours?
- Yes!
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Go on, Maria. Go with mama.
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-I'll be right there.
-Don't leave me, please.
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I'll always be with you.
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Mama used to say that too.
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Go on.
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-Papa, no! Don't leave me!
-Maria, come on!
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Papa!
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The planes are coming!
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Hold on there!
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Give to me the child!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Please!
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Please! Please!
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Please! Please!
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Move!
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Please!
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Hold your fire! Hold your fire!
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Let me through!
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All hands to harbour stations!
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All hands to harbour stations!
Standby to let go all the lines!
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Papa!
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Let’s shove off! Shall we, boys?
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Stokers to the fire room!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Papa!
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Let’s get out of here and crack on
to Oran, shall we?
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And may God have mercy on our souls.
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Planes! Planes!
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Take cover! Planes!
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Man overboard!
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Get everyone to spread out
over the whole deck or we lose her!
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Aye, aye, Sir.
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Please, please!
Distributor: Pragda Films
Length: 20 minutes
Date: 2020
Genre: Expository
Language: Arabic; Catalan; Spanish; English
Grade: Middle School, High School, College, Adult
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Closed Captioning: Available
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