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Ben Sturgulewski

(Afghanistan, USA)

Champions of the Golden Valley

After narrowly missing his chance to become Afghanistan’s first Olympic skier, Alishah Farhang returns to the remote mountains of his homeland to inspire a vibrant new ski culture. Bringing together young athletes from rival villages with makeshift wooden skis and second-hand gear, he organizes a ski race like no other, uniting his community in a rare moment of hope and triumph. When their world is suddenly upended, he and the athletes must call upon those lessons learned on the slopes to find their way forward. Revealing a stunning, unseen side of Afghanistan, the film is a captivating and uplifting story about how champions can be made by more than Olympic medals.

Language:

Englisch, Persisch / engl. UT

Category:

People & Cultures

Duration:

81 min

Year:

2024

Director:

Ben Sturgulewski

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Gezeigt bei Mountainfilm Graz 2025