Opponent

Opponent

119 mins | Drama | Feb. 18, 2023

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 rumours start to resurface, Iman’s fear and desperation begin to take a hold.

Opponent

119 mins | Drama | Feb. 18, 2023

Opponent
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 rumours start to resurface, Iman’s fear and desperation begin to take a hold.
IMDb rating 6.5
Producers Danmarks Radio (DR), Filmpool Nord, Film i Väst, SVT, Tangy, Film i Västerbotten, Ape&Bjørn
Original title Motståndaren
Directors Misagh Alami, Milad Alami
Writers Milad Alami