The Defenders

The Defenders
Title:
The Defenders
Released:
Jun 15, 2023
Country:
Casts:
Hakeem al-Araibi, Craig Foster

Synopsis The Defenders

When talented Australian refugee footballer Hakeem al-Araibi steps off the plane in Thailand for his honeymoon, he finds himself facing an Interpol arrest order for alleged terrorism offences. What unfolds is the gripping true story of a heroic whistle-blower who, on speaking out about his own torture, sets off a revenge plot involving three countries, two royal families and the world's most powerful sporting body, FIFA. As Hakeem awaits extradition back to Bahrain, a group of campaigners led by a retired Australian football captain Craig Foster fight for his release.

  • Sweetshop & Green
  • Closer Productions
  • Hakeem al-Araibi
  • Craig Foster

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