Sara Mardini, once a competitive swimmer in Syria, became Europe’s most celebrated refugee after saving 18 people’s lives. After working as a rescue volunteer in the Mediterranean, she is accused of people smuggling and faces a 25-year prison sentence. We follow her fight for justice and journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of Europe’s refugee crisis.
Long Distance Swimmer: Sara Mardini (2023)
Directed by Charly Wai Feldman
Genres - Biography, Documentary |
Sub-Genres - Biographical Film |
Release Date - Mar 23, 2023 |
Run Time - 89 min. |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Themes
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Courage, Determination, Freedom, Inspiration, Perseverance, Refugee, Resilience, Survival
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Subject: Sarah Mardini
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