Salaam Dunk


1h 24m 2011

Brief Synopsis

A look at an Iraqi women's basketball team at the American University of Iraq-Sulaimani in Kurdistan. For the young women on the team, most of whom have never been allowed to play any sport, it is a positive release from the realities of a war-torn nation. From different ethnicities and sects, the w

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 24m

Synopsis

A look at an Iraqi women's basketball team at the American University of Iraq-Sulaimani in Kurdistan. For the young women on the team, most of whom have never been allowed to play any sport, it is a positive release from the realities of a war-torn nation. From different ethnicities and sects, the woman come to embrace the game and develop a deep affection for the young American man who coaches them.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 24m

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Released in United States 2011

Released in United States 2011 (Docufest)

Released in United States 2011 (Documentary Competition)