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Sections: Portraits: Human Journeys

KASSIM THE DREAM

USA, Germany 2008 87 35mm Color

Film description

This is the story of World Champion boxer, KassimOuma – born in Uganda, kidnapped by the rebel army and trained to be a child soldier at age 6. After a decade of warfare, Kassim defected and began a new life in America, quickly rising through the boxing ranks. As he trains for his next world title fight, keeping his demons out of the ring becomes increasingly difficult. A chance to reunite with his family in Uganda hinges on a military pardon from the same leaders responsible for his abduction.

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CAST & CREW

KIEF DAVIDSON

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