"This Sport Belongs To Them" – Munirah Abdiwahid is a British-Somali Taekwondo athlete with her sights firmly set on LA 2028. Hailing from White City, London, her grit, determination, and focus – combined with strong family and community support – are driving her success. Director and Photographer Matthew JOSEPH c/o UPFRONT was captivated by this unique blend of circumstances and was instantly inspired to create a short film. This film not only showcases Munirah’s journey but also highlights the broader values she embodies. It's a story of empowerment, dedication to a cause, and a powerful message to the world that everyone has the right to pursue their dreams.
CREDITS
Director Matthew Joseph c/o UPFRONT Photo & Film GmbH
DOP Adrian Wolfson
Editing Sam Hopkins
Model Munirah Abdiwahid, Somalia National Team
Photographer Matthew Joseph c/o UPFRONT Photo & Film GmbH
Written&Performed Miss Yankey
About UPFRONT PHOTO & FILM GMBH
Ever since its founding in 1998 by Frank Küppers, UPFRONT has lived out photography all the way - as agents and one-stop production house. Which means: we know the industry, we know the artists, we know where and how they match.
This adds up to: Better deals, better results. For everybody.
UPFRONT is proud to have developed a roster of unique talent over the years. We all love a good commission, but it’s really more than that: Artist management means supporting individual and sustainable growth. A wide creative range and a positive, personal work environment is what we get out of it.
What you get out of it? Amazing photos. Captivating films. Without the hassle. Across all media, agile and fresh. By a truly passionate and down-to-earth team, dedicated to full transparency. Team spirit and a respectful treatment of everybody involved are the basis of every project we approach.
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