The Reverse Side of the Medal

2024 / 104 min

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Description

The film “The Reverse Side of the Medal” is a sports drama that depicts the life and journey of weightlifter Nazik Avdalyan, fully revealing her incredible strength and determination. The story begins with Nazik’s early years - from her first steps to countless hours in the gym, where every weight and every exercise becomes both a challenge and a lesson. Even as a young athlete, Nazik overcame difficulties, mastering technical nuances and developing the qualities that would carry her to the highest levels of international competition.

When Nazik reaches the peak of her career, having won both World and European Championship titles, her life takes an unexpected turn - a serious car accident forces her to step away from sport. This is where the film becomes particularly moving: it portrays not only physical pain, but also the psychological struggles, doubts, fears, and uncertainty about her own abilities. For Nazik, the greatest battle begins - a fight with herself and her goals, where sport is merely a tool, and survival, faith, and willpower become the true competition.

The film illustrates not only sporting triumphs but also serves as a vivid example of the human spirit’s invincible strength, persistence, and determination. “The Reverse Side of the Medal” demonstrates that true victory is not always the medal itself, but the path one takes, persevering through internal and external obstacles. Nazik Avdalyan’s story becomes an inspiration to all who face challenges, reminding us that it is possible to overcome any pain, doubt, or even the seemingly impossible when faith and will are united.

8.5 / 10
Drama

Cast

Sos Janibekyan

Edgar

Mkrtich Arzumanyan

Doctor

Babken Chobanyan

Gurgen

Anna Maxim

Nazik Avdalyan

Artashes Aleksanyan

Coach Artash

Khoren Levonyan

Davtyan

4.8