A gold medal win at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics turns sour for Ramón Torres when he learns some teammates are pretending to be someone else.
Synopsis
A gold medal win at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics turns sour for Ramón Torres when he learns some teammates are pretending to be someone else.
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Synopsis
Ramón Torres stands on the court at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, celebrating a gold medal with the Spanish intellectually disabled basketball team. The joy quickly fades when Ramón learns that some teammates are not who they claim to be. Among them is an undercover journalist investigating a scandal in Paralympic sport. As the truth unfolds, Ramón faces feelings of betrayal and reflects on his experiences with bullying and trauma. The film addresses the challenges athletes with disabilities encounter and Ramón's search for self-identity.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Ramón Torres, a Paralympic gold medalist.
- Find out about the undercover journalist's role in the team.
- See the impact of betrayal on athletes with disabilities.
Did You Know
- Ramón Torres led the Spanish basketball team to gold at the 2000 Paralympics.
- An undercover journalist was among Ramón's teammates during the event.
- The documentary runs for 80 minutes and was released in 2024.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who led the Spanish basketball team at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics?
Ramón Torres led the Spanish intellectually disabled basketball team to a gold medal victory at the 2000 Sydney Paralympics.
What significant event occurs during the celebration of the gold medal victory?
During the celebration, Ramón discovers that some teammates are not who they claim to be, including an undercover journalist.
What personal challenges does Ramón Torres confront in the documentary?
Ramón confronts feelings of betrayal and reflects on his past marked by bullying and trauma.
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