Film short abstract:

This ethnographic film follows three migrant women in Sweden—Nada, Maryam, and Abeer—through the MaHoMe project, exploring how they redefine home. Based on 50+ interviews, it reveals the fluidity of integration and their resilience in transforming foreign spaces into places of belonging.

Film long abstract:

This ethnographic film invites viewers into the deeply personal journeys of three migrant women—Nada, Maryam, and Abeer—who are navigating life in Sweden. Framed by the MaHoMe project, which investigates how migrants cultivate a sense of home, the film draws from extensive research, including over 50 interviews conducted in the UK, Denmark, and Sweden by Dr. Eleonora Narvselius and Dr. Nada Al-Hudaid.

Through their lived experiences, the film delves into the evolving concept of integration, showing how it takes on different meanings for each woman. Homemaking emerges as an intimate and creative process—shaped by everyday routines, cultural adaptation, and a resilient spirit. From personal rituals to community ties, Nada, Maryam, and Abeer redefine what home means in a constantly shifting landscape, offering a poignant reflection on migration, identity, and belonging.

Additionally, the film features an interview with Swedish artist Henrik Teleman, who collaborated with the MaHoMe project. Having previously worked with refugees, Teleman designed two sensory workshops exploring the theme of homemaking. His past work includes a compelling book compiling photos shared by refugees from their cell phones, offering a unique perspective on displacement and memory. His insights enrich the film’s exploration of how migrants transform unfamiliar spaces into homes through creativity, connection, and resilience.