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Injured Player's Hoop Dream in Europe
27 Oct
Summary
- Former prospect Danny Ingram pursues basketball dreams in Eastern Europe.
- He hides an injury, finding work with a nurse for migrants.
- Opportunity arises with iconic club KK Partizan.
The upcoming film "Import" chronicles the journey of Danny Ingram, a once-promising basketball player whose career was derailed by injury. He travels to Eastern Europe, specifically Belgrade, Serbia, to pursue a second chance at a professional basketball career.
Upon arrival, Danny faces intense competition and rejections from recruiters. To continue playing, he hides his physical limitations and takes a job assisting Nima, a Syrian nurse dedicated to the local migrant population. This unexpected path leads to a potential opportunity with the renowned KK Partizan basketball club.
"Import" explores themes of professional ambition, physical challenges, and identity. Director Paul Shkordoff noted that the film highlights how the body can betray the mind's ambitions and how work can define identity. The film was made in collaboration with KK Partizan, an iconic EuroLeague team with a devoted fanbase.
Director Paul Shkordoff's debut feature, "Import," is set for international sales at the American Film Market. Charades co-founder Pierre Mazars highlighted the film's unique perspective on basketball's global image, emphasizing its portrayal of Serbia's passionate basketball culture as akin to religion. Shkordoff's previous acclaimed shorts, including "Benjamin, Benny, Ben," have garnered significant festival recognition.
