The character that mainly interested me was Randa, because of everything she had gone through, she still had hope in her heart. She saw her own mother be murdered and she fled her country all with distress and horror, she got very lucky to be able to live in Australia. She knew English which was very helpful for her to be able to communicate even if it was a little bit off. She had to learn the new culture in Australia, and how people don't often take everything so seriously.
She changed quite a bit throughout the film, such as when she took off her scarf to fit in and have some sense of belonging. She often seemed very confused and lost, but in the end before she found out she had to go back, she found some sort of belonging with Hal, his family and a few of his friends. Something she would have wanted to feel would to be accepted and comfortable. Although she wouldn't have had a proper education in Afghanistan, she was able to pass her VCE exams in Australia.
I think Randa enjoyed herself in Australia, and learnt some new lessons which may help her throughout life.
Well done Dani, another thoughtful answer. Using phrases like 'sense of belonging' and 'accepted and comfortable' articulates the themes of the series very well. Great work, Ms Lidgerwood
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