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Based on a true story, THE SWIMMERS follows the journey from war-torn Syria to the 2016 Rio Olympics. Two young sisters embark on a harrowing journey as refugees, putting both their hearts and champion swimming skills to heroic use.
Opening Night, Toronto International Film Festival
"Undeniably powerful…imagery that is as poetic as it is potent.” - Hollywood Reporter