Champions of the Golden Valley (2024)

• Documentary

In the high peaks of Afghanistan, young athletes from rival villages build makeshift wooden skis and convene for a mountain race that unites the community in a moment of peace and triumph just before their country’s collapse. Champions of the Golden Valley merges the triumphant spirit of a classic underdog sports story with the heartfelt portrait of a community finding hope amid disrupted dreams. Revealing a stunning unseen side of Afghanistan, it is an uplifting exploration of what it means to be a champion – in all its forms.

Rating

6.7 / 10 (3 votes)

Release date

October 25, 2024

Runtime

1h 21m

Language

English

Director

Ben Sturgulewski

Status

Released