Four young players with Down's Syndrome prepare to serve as the guard of honor at a premier league football match in London.
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Four young players with Down's Syndrome prepare to serve as the guard of honor at a premier league football match in London.
Synopsis
Allan Cockram stands on the sidelines as coach of the Brentford Penguins, a football team in London made up of players with Down's Syndrome. Established in 2017, the team prepares to serve as the guard of honor for a premier league match. The film follows the players, including Special K and Peanut, as they train and bond with their families. Mighty Penguins premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2023 and is part of the series Sports Explains the World.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Brentford Penguins team members.
- See Allan Cockram's inspiring story.
- Find out about the Who Cares Wins Unsung Hero Award.
Did You Know
- The Brentford Penguins were founded in 2017 by Allan Cockram.
- The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2023.
- The documentary has a runtime of 35 minutes.
- David Beckham met the Mighty Penguins team in September 2023.
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Who founded the Brentford Penguins?
Allan Cockram founded the Brentford Penguins in 2017.
When did Mighty Penguins premiere?
Mighty Penguins premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2023.
What is the duration of the Mighty Penguins documentary?
The duration of the Mighty Penguins documentary is 35 minutes.
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