The Boxing Girls of Kabul
In this feature documentary, a remarkable group of young Afghan women dream of representing their country as boxers at the 2012 Olympics, embarking on a journey of both personal and political transformation.
Awards and distinctions
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Best Short DocumentaryCanadian Screen Awards, Toronto2013
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Honourable Mention for the NFB Colin Low AwardDoxa - Documentary Film and Video Festival, Vancouver2012
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Inspirit Foundation Pluralism Prize- with a $10,000 cash prizeHot Docs, Toronto2012
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Best DocumentaryVIEWFINDERS International Film Festival forYouth, Halifax2012