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Die gees agter die spiere
If you're hungry for an inspiring underdog story with real stakes and intimate human drama, this South African documentary is a gem worth your time—it's the kind of character-driven sports film that reminds you why we care about athletes beyond the scoreboard.
Plot
Die gees agter die spiere explores the work of Dr Henning Gericke – a highly influential sports psychologist for, among others, the Springbok team, yet unknown to the general public. This intimate, inspiring documentary goes beyond the match and arena. It sheds light on the personal stories, adversity, challenges and victories of some of South Africa’s world-class athletes, presenting them as symbols of hope.