Opponent (2023)

  • NR
  • 06/30/2023 (CZ)
  • Drama
  • 1h 59m

Overview

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

Milad Alami

Writer, Director

Cast

Payman Maadi's headshot

Payman Maadi

Iman
Marall Nasiri's headshot

Marall Nasiri

Maryam
Björn Elgerd's headshot

Björn Elgerd

Thomas
Nicole Mehrbod's headshot

Nicole Mehrbod

Asal
Diana Farzami's headshot

Diana Farzami

Sahar
Ardalan Esmaili's headshot

Ardalan Esmaili

Abbas
Magnus Mark's headshot

Magnus Mark

Foreman
Arvin Kananian's headshot

Arvin Kananian

Ali

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