Hands of God

At a glance

Hands of God, is a 2020 Saudi movie, directed by Riccardo Romani. with a runtime of 85 minutes.

Overview

Hands of God is an extraordinary documentary that chronicles the Iraqi national boxing team's improbable journey toward qualification for the 2016 Rio Olympics — all against the backdrop of thirteen years of war and monthly car bombings. The film follows three remarkable athletes: private Waheed, who must balance active military duty with his Olympic dream; young Jafaar, who trains and competes despite living in one of the world's most dangerous neighborhoods; and heavyweight Saadi, who returns from the mission to liberate Falluja to pursue his sporting ambitions. A rare and deeply moving portrait of determination, the film asks what it means to fight for your country on two very different kinds of battlefield.

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