Two boys, one impossible dream, and a choice that changes everything
- Feb 20
- 1 min read
Two best friends growing up in harsh conditions in Kabul dream of changing their lives by becoming buzkashi riders — a traditional Afghan sport. While one fights against the destiny set by his family’s professional tradition and the other struggles to survive on the streets, both are desperate to break free from their reality. But the consequences of a single choice end up changing both of their lives forever.
This is the story of Buzkashi Boys, a film that shines a light on a reality rarely explored by mainstream cinema. Still, fair warning: it’s the kind of movie that tends to split audiences.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Release date 2012
Running time 29 minutes
Directed by Sam French
Written by Martin Desmond Roe
Starring Fawad Mohammadi, Jawanmard Paiz, and Wali Talash
Co-production Afghanistan and United States
The film is available to watch for free on YouTube, on VICE’s official channel. Check it out below:
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