Motståndaren (2023)

Title: Opponent

Original Title: Motståndaren

Release Date: 2023-10-26

Status: Released

Rating: 6/10 (from 10 votes)

Language: SV

Genres: Drama

Production Companies: tangy, Ape&Bjørn, Filmpool Nord, Film i Väst, SVT

In the aftermath of a devastating rumor, Iman and his family have been forced to flee Iran. As refugees, they end up in a run-down hotel in northern Sweden. Despite feeling powerless, Iman tries to maintain his role as the family patriarch. To increase their chances of asylum, he breaks a promise to his wife and joins the local wrestling club. As the rumors start to resurface, Iman’s fear and desperation begin to take a hold.