Kickoff

In a small village in Kyrgyzstan, where conservative traditions confine women to the domestic sphere, Gazi decides to break with convention by organizing a women’s football tournament. Through sport, she and the women of Kök-Tash find their own voice, challenge imposed norms, and discover strength, self-esteem, and community. As they face cultural resistance, their struggle becomes a powerful story of resilience, love, and social transformation. This is a testament to how a simple game can challenge deeply rooted structures, reclaim rights, and open pathways to change.

Kickoff
Roser Corella & Stefano Obino (Moving Mountains Films)
Germany, Spain 2025
76 min.