FiIms to See: “The Flying Stars”

Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if, in a moment, you’d made a different decision? Would it be better, worse, or just different? Bornor Kargbo’s dream to be a war hero led him to become a soldier in Sierra Leone’s civil war. Instead he found horrors, regret, and despair. “The Flying Stars” is a beautifully shot documentary about the desperate lives of amputee soccer players in Sierra Leone and in particular, the story of Flying Stars team captain, Bornor. Like the thousands of Sierra Leonean war amputees, Bornor struggles to survive and to feed his family. To cope with his trauma, he finds a new dream to win the world amputee soccer championship. Co-directors Allan Tong and Ngardy Conteh George and their crew have created a visually stunning story of struggle, regret, and hope. By playing soccer and aspiring to the world amputee soccer championship, Bornor and his team vie for respect in a country where amputees are shunned and impoverished.

Why You Might Like “The Flying Stars”

“The Flying Stars” inspires us with the story of the human spirit pitted against the legacy of war’s cruelty. Beautifully shot and crafted, it captures life in Sierra Leone and gives us a look at the lives of Bornor, his family, and his teammates. Bornor is an unlikely ‘soccer star’ and his exceptional ability as a player must be seen to be believed. You can meet co-director Allan Tong following the Sunday, June 26th, 12:30PM screening of “The Flying Stars” and you can view the trailer for “The Flying Stars” here.

Written by Cathie McCready
Cathie McCready is a film-buff who is writing her 1st novel.