Family Day: Life Without Basketball

Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Mon, Feb 17, 2020 3:15 PM
Film Info
Runtime:98 min
Copyright:2019
Country Listing:Switzerland, USA, UAE
Rating:PG
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Tim O'Donnell, Jon Mercer

Description

Free for kids under 16

Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir broke records and barriers on her way to become the first Division I basketball player to play wearing a hijab. When a controversial ban on religious headgear ends her chances at playing professionally, she is forced to choose between her identity and the sport she cherishes so much. But why should she have to? Follow Bilqis as she fights to get the ban overturned and inspire millions of girls in Muslim majority countries to follow their dreams along the way.


Additional Information

Family Day at Hot Docs: On February 17, inspire your family to get engaged and push for change with a day of eye-opening films, free for kids under 16. Maximum of 4 free tickets per purchase.

Poignantly shows that one shouldn’t have to choose between one’s identity and one’s dreams." - POV Magazine