Opponent

Synopsis

"Opponent" follows the wrestler Iman, whose life is upended as he takes his family and flees to Sweden. Despite the uncertainty of life in an asylum center, the parents manage to create a sense of stability for their daughters—but have they truly escaped the threats from their homeland? A dark secret threatens to tear the family apart and forces father Iman to confront his past.

Production Facts

Milad Alami’s psychological drama was partially filmed in Gothenburg. The film had its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. In the leading role as Iman, we see Payman Maadi, known for starring in the Oscar-winning "A Separation". The film is produced by Annika Rogell, Tangy, and distributed by TriArt Film.

Milad Alami previously wrote and directed "The Charmer", which was also co-produced with Film i Väst.