World War II brought emphasis to idea of abandoning ones lifestyle and starting fresh. Many Europeans vacated their homes and looked upon America as an escape. However, America was more than a stone’s throw away and many European citizens did not have the money for travel. Cities along the coastal areas of Western Europe and Northern Africa became vacant as the war proceeded. Refugees were forced to take treacherous paths and avoid militia at all costs to arrive safely at their new destinations. However, some citizens were unfortunate enough to land in Casablanca, Morocco. The film Casablanca takes place in the world famous city in Morocco. Richard Blaine, played by Humphrey Bogart, is a well known nightclub owner who receives information