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Afghan Skiing Doc ‘Champions of the Golden Valley,’ World Premiering at Tribeca, Delivers Anti-War Message, Unveils Clip (EXCLUSIVE)


The first clip for Ben Sturgulewski's doc 'Champions of the Golden Valley,' which is world premiering at the Tribeca Festival, has been unveiled.

In the film, across the remote mountain villages of Bamyan, Afghanistan, a newfound passion for skiing attracts young athletes from rival ethnic groups who showcase their resourcefulness and skill on theslopes. Farhang added: “My story and my sacrifice to make some positive change in Afghanistan society, in particular in my home of Bamyan province, came from my belief that we could bring some smiles to the faces of the children on the mountains there. It is produced by Katie Stjernholmand Baktash Ahadi with Doug Blush, Chris Temple, Zach Ingrasci, Little Lion Impact, Tiger Tales Media, Justin Lacob, Tara Razavi and Nadia Samadani.

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