

Overview
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.
Top Cast
Bashir Alsharbati
Zain (voice)
Talia Alsharbati
Nour (voice)
Rasha Alsharbati
Mother (voice)
Ahmed Rehan
Volunteer (voice)
Mjd Ali
Running Man (voice)
Luke Ashworth
Sports Announcer 1(voice)
Justin Porrelli
Sports Announcer 2 (voice)
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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