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NIGHT 2: "The Home Game"

  • The Football Cafe 141 Chrystie Street New York, NY, 10002 United States (map)

Iceland | 1h 19m | Directed by Smari Gunn & Logi Sigursveinsson

Twenty-five years ago, Vidar Gylfason created a full, regulation- quality soccer pitch in the tiny Icelandic fishing village of Hellissandur (population: 369). It was his real-life “field of dreams.” But no team ever set foot on it. Now, Vidar’s son Kari is determined to bring soccer glory to Hellissandur and fulfill his father’s original dream. It won’t be easy, but with typical Icelandic pluck and humor, anything is possible!

Accompanying films:

  • Manikin of the Match (UK) — What happens when a wooden manikin plays goalkeeper?

  • Alley of Dreams (Italy) — Supporting Napoli when they win a Serie A title requires more than just cheering for a group of street urchins. 

Additional programming, including panel discussions and special events, will be announced in the coming weeks.

Later Event: March 16
NIGHT 3: "The United Way"