Captains of Za'atari
IFI Documentary Festival Release Date:
Thursday 23rd September 2021
Age rating / classification to be confirmed
1 hour 13 minutes approx.
Released
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Starring:
Mahmoud Dagher, Fawzi Qatleesh, Thomas Müller, Xavi Hernández, Franck Ribéry and Robert Lewandowski
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Directed By:
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Produced By:
Amjad Abu Alala, Aya Dowara, Michael Henrichs and Mark Lotfy
Synopsis
Teenagers Mahmoud and Fawzi are two friends living in the Za'atari refugee camp in Jordan. Like many young boys in the camp, they dream of becoming professional football players while facing the difficult reality of their lives. When a world renowned sports academy visits the camp, both have a chance to make this dream come true.