Movie Description
The Defenders
(2023)Overview
When talented Australian refugee footballer Hakeem al-Araibi steps off the plane in Thailand for his honeymoon, he finds himself facing an Interpol arrest order for alleged terrorism offences. What unfolds is the gripping true story of a heroic whistle-blower who, on speaking out about his own torture, sets off a revenge plot involving three countries, two royal families and the world's most powerful sporting body, FIFA. As Hakeem awaits extradition back to Bahrain, a group of campaigners led by a retired Australian football captain Craig Foster fight for his release.
Featured Crew
- Director : Matthew Bate
- Producer : Alice Burgin,Gal Greenspan
- Writer : Matthew Bate
- Editor : David Scarborough,Bryan Mason
- Cast : Hakeem al-Araibi,Craig Foster
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleThe Defenders
Status Released
Release Information
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2023-06-15
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 21m
Production CompaniesPrime Video Sports,Sweetshop & Green,Closer Productions,Screen Australia
Genres
- Documentary
































