“Buzkashi Boys” (Directed by Sam French)

In the old city slums of Kabul, Afghanistan, a blacksmith’s son and a street urchin dream of a better life against the backdrop of the national sport, Buzkashi. This is a glimpse of Afghanistan through the eyes of its youngest sons, making their way into manhood in the most war-torn country on Earth.

Make sure to check out the website with the CNN interview with the lead actor Fawad Mohammadi and director Sam French.

Awards: Best Cinematography UK Film Festival Best Short Savannah Film Festival Official Selection UK Film Festival Best Short Film Mallorca Film Festival Best Short Film Raindance Film Festival Official Selection Heartland Film Festival Official Selection Santa Fe Independent Film Festival Best Drama LA Shortsfest Official Selection Montreal World Film Festival Official Selection Flickers Rhode Island International Film Festival