Champions of the Golden Valley

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.

Country:

AF, DE, US

Genre:

Documentary, Adventure, Drama, Action

Released:

2024-10-25

Languages:

English, Persian

Companies:

Submarine EntertainmentSturgeFilmXTROptimist