Crossing Beyond

About This Movie

Crossing Beyond is an intriguing documentary that shines a light on the lives of five unique athletes at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. The film offers a raw and unfiltered look at their journeys, showcasing a female ice hockey player from the U.S. who was adopted, a skeleton racer from Ghana breaking barriers, an Afghan skier with a powerful story, a British snowboarder navigating her own challenges, and a ski jumper who's come back from a serious knee injury. The pacing is contemplative, allowing viewers to absorb their struggles and triumphs. It’s all about resilience and diversity in sports. What sets this film apart is its ability to weave personal narratives with the broader themes of ambition and belonging, all without unnecessary glitz.

Focus on individual backstories of the athletes.Engaging look at lesser-known Olympians.Captures the essence of persistence in sports.