The Air Up There

The film delves into the world of college basketball and follows Jimmy Dolan, an ambitious coach striving for a prestigious promotion within his field. In order to secure this opportunity, he must discover and nurture extraordinary talent. His search leads him far beyond familiar grounds as he travels deep into Africa in pursuit of Saleh - a prodigious young athlete glimpsed in a home movie.However, Saleh's situation is far from ordinary; as the chief's son, he carries significant responsibilities to his family and community, which are under threat from a powerful mining company that also has its own talented basketball team. As Jimmy endeavors to convince Saleh to leave his homeland for an uncertain future in American sports, their encounter forces both individuals to confront cultural barriers, personal ambitions, and the value of loyalty and tradition within their respective societies.