Cinéma « Tatami »

"Tatami" by Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Guy Nattiv with Arienne Mandi, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Ash Goldeh - Georgia/USA 2024 - Running time 1h43 - Original version with subtitles - Label : Les Découvertes de Cinébus

Iranian judoka Leila and her coach Maryam travel to the World Judo Championships with the intention of bringing Iran its first gold medal. But during the competition, they receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to feign injury and withdraw to avoid a possible confrontation with the Israeli athlete. With her freedom and that of her family at stake, Leila is faced with an impossible choice: bow to the Iranian regime, as her coach implores, or fight to realize her dream.