Iranian-born writer/director Milad Alami's
Opponent stars Payman Maadi as Iman, an Iranian refugee and former Olympic
wrestler striving for a new life for his family in Sweden. Hoping it will
help with his asylum claim, Iman switches his allegiance from Iran's
wrestling team to Sweden's, causing conflict with his family and former
teammates.
Opponent is in UK/ROI cinemas from April 12th.
Check out the trailer and poster below.
The official synopsis reads:
The film follows Iman (Payman Maadi), an Iranian refugee who, along with his family, has fled Iran and is awaiting asylum in Northern Sweden. To strengthen his case, a translator proposes that Iman, a former Olympic wrestler, resumes the sport for Sweden - a decision that triggers conflict with his family and former teammates. While navigating the difficult asylum process, the complexities of refugee life and the demands of his training, Iman must confront internal and external challenges.
