Title: The Silent Champion
Genre: Drama, Sports, Inspirational
Duration: Short Film 1:20 minutes
Genre: Drama, Sports, Inspirational
Duration: Short Film 1:20 minutes
This film is dedicated to people with special needs, as most of them have extraordinary and specific abilities.
STORYLINE
In a quiet room, two middle-aged men sit face-to-face, locked in an intense chess match. Every move carries weight, every glance is filled with unspoken tension. Their focus is unwavering, as if this is the most important game of their lives. The silence is broken only by the ringing of a phone, yet they remain unfazed, immersed in their battle of strategy.
A young woman enters, gently placing her hands on their shoulders, but they do not react. Frustrated, she presses harder, finally catching the attention of the man wearing a hat. Meanwhile, his opponent discreetly steals a chess piece, triggering an immediate response—a silent yet sharp reprimand. The woman, now visibly tense, points at the clock. The men exchange swift gestures in sign language before abruptly standing up.
As they prepare to leave, a suitcase nearby catches the light, revealing an unmistakable emblem: the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games. These are not just two ordinary chess players—they are champions. Warriors of the mind, proving that true ability knows no barriers.
“The Silent Champion” is a tribute to individuals with disabilities, highlighting their extraordinary skills and unwavering determination. In a world where words often dominate, this film reminds us that true greatness speaks through action, not sound.
Cast
Director & Screenwriter: Arbër HAJDARI
Cameraman: Yll ZEKA
Sound Recording: Çlirim DODA
Editing: Arbër HAJDARI
• Vedat HAXHIISLAMI
• Naim BERISHA
• Arbresha HAJDARI
• Vetmer RUDAKU • Arber RUDAKU • Shpresa SEJDIU • Shaqir HAJDARI • Selajdin HAJDARI •
MAKING OF
