Hands of God
“The True Story of the Iraqi Olympic Boxing Team”
Synopsis
Thirteen years of war. Dozens of car bombings every month. One goal: to become an Olympic champion. The true story of grit and determination, of young men literally fighting for their lives one day on the battlefields of Iraq and competing to fight for their Nation the next one. Despite living under the persistent threat of ISIS, these athletes will strive to accomplish their task. The amazing journey of the Iraq National Team from obscurity and desperation to the edge of an historical qualification to Rio 2016. Will private Waheed be able to manage his army duty with his desire to go to the Games? Is young Jafaar ready to aspire to the Olympic stage he has been dreaming of, despite living in the most dangerous suburb in the world? Will promising heavyweight Saadi come back from his mission to liberate Falluja? Will Iraq finally be a peaceful Country?
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Hands of God | Trailer | Waheed Abdulridha | Riccardo RomaniOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-03-09
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 7, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Riccardo Romani
- Original Title
- Hands of God
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Riccardo Romani
Alfonso Cuarón
Department Leadership Roster
Riccardo Romani
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hands of God
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What is Hands of God about?
Thirteen years of war. Dozens of car bombings every month. One goal: to become an Olympic champion. The true story of grit and determination, of young men literally fighting for their lives one day on the battlefields of Iraq and competing to fight for their Nation the next one. Despite living under the persistent threat of ISIS, these athletes will strive to accomplish their task. The amazing journey of the Iraq National Team from obscurity and desperation to the edge of an historical qualification to Rio 2016. Will private Waheed be able to manage his army duty with his desire to go to the Games? Is young Jafaar ready to aspire to the Olympic stage he has been dreaming of, despite living in the most dangerous suburb in the world? Will promising heavyweight Saadi come back from his mission to liberate Falluja? Will Iraq finally be a peaceful Country?
Who directed Hands of God?
Hands of God was directed by Riccardo Romani.
Who stars in Hands of God?
The principal cast of Hands of God includes Not specified.
When was Hands of God released and how long is it?
Hands of God was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.