A well-intentioned drama that finds power in the clash between youthful idealism and the migrant crisis, but its rushed storytelling and Eurocentric view keep it from fully exploring its complex subject.

The real life elements are compelling enough to carry the film. What a difference it would make if Netflix committed to human narrated audio description every time, instead of continuing the synthetic race to the bottom.

If nothing else, you'll be impressed throughout by the efforts put in by the real volunteers.

Earnest uplift balanced with some of the more difficult realities of refugee rescues makes 23,000 Lives a worthy watch.