By Flavia Cappellini

Gaza Sunbirds

The Gaza Sunbirds follows Ala’a, a young Gazan cycling champion whose life changes forever when he’s shot by an Israeli sniper. Determined to rebuild, he sets his sights on the Paralympics, inspiring others to join him. Together, they defy immense challenges—not just lost limbs, but war, blockade, and societal limits. As their journey unfolds with unexpected twists, their story transcends politics and sport, proving that their disability isn’t their biggest obstacle—the world is. At its heart, this is a story of resilience, unity, and the unstoppable desire to live, dream, and rise above.

Countries : Palestinian Territories, United Kingdom, Egypt, Belgium, Italy, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Switzerland, Türkiye
Original languages : Arabic, English
Director
Flavia Cappellini (Italy)
Producers
Kristian Van der Heyden (Belgium)
Alex King (United Kingdom)
Harald House
Perfidious Productions
Impact Producer
Alex King (United Kingdom)
Duration
90'
Production status
In production
Completion
January 2027