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Shah (2015)
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Original name: شاہ
Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
Country: Pakistan
Duration: 109 min.
Story:
This film covers the story of this Legend's journey from homeless child in the streets of Layari,Karachi to become Olympian for his country PAKISTAN.
Style:
inspirational, emotional, realistic, dramatic, historical drama
Plot:
boxing, olympics, biopic, determination, perseverance, poverty, courage, ambition, legacy, urban, working class, homelessness, sports history, redemption, motivation, boxer, journey, medal, based on real people
Time:
80s, year 1988
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Story:
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Story:
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Story:
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Story:
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Story:
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Style:
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