A film by Danielle Beverly
“Situated at the intersection of gender, sports, and nation, this film is an intimate and unique portrayal of girlhood in a global Middle East...timely and memorable”
Dr. Rania Kassab Sweis, Associate Professor of Anthropology, University of Richmond
“…a moving portrait of a unique community told with care and authenticity.”
Kristy Guevara-Flanagan, Professor, Documentary Department of Film and Television, UCLA
“…a fresh and captivating perspective on the lives of girls in Qatar, beautifully capturing their joys and challenges…this film will have a transformative impact on sparking meaningful conversations about gender and culture in the Middle East.”
Dr. Esmat Zaidan, Associate Professor, College of Public Policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
"Beverly perfectly captures instances from the life of an otherwise invisible community during a crucial historical point in Qatar."
Dr. Tarlan Chahardovali, Assistant Professor, Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina
"...presents a complex portrayal of girlhood and sport from inside an international community in Doha, Qatar. Her unyielding camera invites us to witness the girls’ hard work and triumphs as they navigate the rigors of coaching and competition."
Laura Kissel, Professor, Media Arts School of Visual Art and Design, University of South Carolina
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