Nadia: A Refugee's Story of Resilience, Soccer, and Hope

Nadia: A Refugee’s Story of Resilience, Soccer, and Hope

Experience the inspiring true story of Nadia Nadim, a refugee from Afghanistan who overcame tragedy and war to become a soccer star in Denmark and France.

This powerful documentary, Nadia, follows her incredible journey of resilience, from fleeing the Taliban to achieving international soccer success and pursuing her dreams.

This is a must-see film about hope, determination, and the power of sport.

A Story of Hope and Determination

At just eight years old, Nadia Nadim lost her father to the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2000.

Forced to flee her homeland with her family, Nadia embarked on a perilous journey that ultimately led her to Denmark.

The movie chronicles this remarkable odyssey, from the horrors of war-torn Kabul to the heights of international soccer stardom.

From Refugee to Football (Soccer) Star

Nadia’s passion for soccer became her lifeline, a source of strength and a pathway to a new life.

She rose through the ranks, becoming a formidable striker for the Danish national team and Paris-Saint-Germain, one of the world’s top women’s clubs.

Her story is a testament to the power of sport to heal and transform.

Returning to Her Roots

Despite her success on the field, Nadia yearns to reconnect with her past and uncover the truth about her father’s fate.

She plans a return to Afghanistan, but the resurgence of violence and the presence of the Taliban and ISIS force her to confront further loss and heartbreak.

Beyond the Game

Nadia is more than just a sports documentary.

It’s a film about courage, family, and the enduring human spirit.

Nadia’s ambition extends beyond the soccer field.

She dreams of becoming a reconstructive surgeon, dedicating her life to helping others.

Add Nadia to Your Home Documentary Collection

This inspiring film is a must-see.

Get your copy of Nadia on DVD starting February 11, 2025.

You can also stream it now!

Don’t miss this chance to witness Nadia’s extraordinary journey and be moved by her unwavering determination.

Nadia

IndiePix
Not Rated
Release Date 2/11/25
Now available for streaming

Synopsis

How can you rebuild yourself when you lose a parent and your homeland forever at the tender age of 8?

Nadia Nadim, whose father was killed by the Taliban in 2000, has embarked on this difficult quest and her incredible life – from her family’s escape from violence-marred Kabul to the very pinnacle of international soccer fame is the stirring story that unfolds in NADIA, a feature-length documentary from filmmaker Anissa Bonnefont.

Celebrate Nadia’s improbable story and the passion for soccer that gave her a new post-Kabul life, as she rose through the ranks to become a feared striker on the national team of her adoptive country, Denmark, and for Paris-Saint-Germain, one of the top women’s teams in the world.

But having achieved soccer stardom, Nadia wants to return to her home country to find out more about her father’s fate.

But as the country is devastated by terrorism, with the Taliban and ISIS sowing chaos daily, she’s forced to cancel and grieve another loss.

However, Nadia is unsinkable and has big plans for the future: graduate as a reconstructive surgeon and help to save people’s lives.

Director

Anissa Bonnefont

Producers

Pascal Breton
Lionel Uzan
Myriam Weil

Cast

Nadia Nadim
Michael Kallbäck

Genre

Documentary

Official Trailer: Nadia

Movie

Nadia DVD (arv $24.95)

Nadia DVD