Synopsis
A champion long-distance runner risks his life and career to represent a nation that has been under Moroccan occupation since 1975.
Synopsis
Salah Hmatou Ameidan trains in the Sahrawi refugee camps, preparing for marathons to represent Western Sahara. Since 1975, Morocco has occupied the territory, leaving its people without a recognized nation. Ameidan risks everything to raise awareness for his homeland through running. He faces challenges to his career, family, and safety as he becomes a symbol for a liberation movement. This documentary details his commitment to a cause that extends beyond sport.
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Why Watch
- Meet Salah Hmatou Ameidan, a symbol of resistance.
- See the impact of sport on national identity.
- Find out about the Sahrawi refugee camps.
Did You Know
- Salah Hmatou Ameidan is from Western Sahara, Africa's last colony.
- Western Sahara has been under Moroccan occupation since 1975.
- The film has a duration of 95 minutes.
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Who is the main subject of the documentary The Runner?
Salah Hmatou Ameidan is the main subject, a champion long-distance runner from Western Sahara.
What is the duration of the documentary The Runner?
The duration of The Runner is 95 minutes.
What country does Salah Hmatou Ameidan represent in his running?
He represents Western Sahara, which is under Moroccan occupation since 1975.
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