Beyond the headlines heralding new technological breakthroughs, massive fiscal frauds or terrorist attacks, there are many personal stories of courage and faith as every day around the world, people risk their lives in the hope of establishing a better life overseas. Many do not survive these difficult and dangerous journeys. Only a few successfully escape the numerous pitfalls that face them. This powerful documentary relives the emotional stories of people as they ride a dangerous roller coaster in the process of escaping from their own country.