14-year-old Zain, a Palestinian swimming champion, faces war and man-made famine. He becomes the sole caregiver to his little brother. When aid drops into the sea, desperate for food, Zain is forced to swim - not for passion, but for survival.
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Yulin Yue Director · Noran Fikri Alezabi Director Nicholas Arujah Director
United States release November 12, 2025 · Produced in France · Production Miyu Distribution
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Gobelins
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Miyu Distribution
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France
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Arabic
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Arabic
Release dates
Canada · September 21, 2025
Premiere · Spark Animation
United States · November 12, 2025
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Spain
May 8, 2026 · Premiere · Animayo Film Festival
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