An Afghan immigrant in Iran trains in secret to become a professional Muay Thai boxer while facing familial and societal challenges.
Synopsis
An Afghan immigrant in Iran trains in secret to become a professional Muay Thai boxer while facing familial and societal challenges.
Synopsis
Maydegol trains in secret, determined to become a professional Muay Thai boxer in Iran. An Afghan immigrant, she faces pressure from her conservative family and social discrimination. Despite her father's violent tendencies and societal obstacles, she works tirelessly to pay for boxing lessons. The 74-minute documentary, directed by Sarvnaz Alambeigi, had its world premiere at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival on February 18, 2024.
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Why Watch
- Meet Maydegol, a determined Afghan boxer in Iran.
- See the challenges faced by young women in oppressive societies.
- Find out how boxing helps Maydegol cope with life's difficulties.
Did You Know
- Maydegol had its world premiere on February 18, 2024.
- The film was selected for the Generation 14plus section at the Berlinale.
- It received a Special Mention award at the Berlin International Film Festival.
- The documentary will premiere in the United States on February 13, 2025.
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Who directed the documentary Maydegol?
Maydegol was written and directed by Sarvnaz Alambeigi.
When did Maydegol have its world premiere?
Maydegol had its world premiere on 18 February 2024 at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival.
What is the main focus of the documentary Maydegol?
Maydegol follows an Afghan teenager in Iran who aims to become a professional Muay Thai boxer while facing social injustice and violence.
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