The Defenders (2023)

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.

Genres: Documentary

Stars: Hakeem al-Araibi, Craig Foster

Release Date: 2023-06-15

Country: Australia, United States of America

Ratings: 0 / 10 (0 votes)

Runtime: 81 mins