In a nation where educating girls is rebellion, a visionary woman sparks hope and opposition. Their courage ignites a movement that could transform their nation forever.In a nation where educating girls is rebellion, a visionary woman sparks hope and opposition. Their courage ignites a movement that could transform their nation forever.In a nation where educating girls is rebellion, a visionary woman sparks hope and opposition. Their courage ignites a movement that could transform their nation forever.
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- Awards
- 2 wins total
Tarik Belmekki
- Herat Taxi Van Driver
- (as Tarek Belmekki)
Brice Bexter
- Computer Professor
- (as Brice Thami Bexter)
Lilian Castro
- María García (Mexican Anchor)
- (as Lilian Castro Castillo)
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Summary
Reviewers say 'Rule Breakers' is an inspiring, heartwarming film about an Afghan girls' robotics team, highlighting determination and gender equality. The movie is praised for its emotional impact, strong performances, and powerful message. Many appreciate its family-friendly content and clean language. It evokes both tears and cheers, celebrating empowerment and innovation. Some note minor flaws like timeline confusion but emphasize the inspirational message. Overall, it is recommended for its uplifting story and important themes.
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A true story told in a fashion that moved me in ways that I haven't encountered in some time. We saw both the young women's struggles and successes. I was both impressed by the women's courage and yet saddened that they had to even face the cultural restrictions for women in Afghanistan.
Angel Studios shows that they know what they are doing as they continue to create compelling movies that educate, inspire and entertain.
Definitely a movie worth seeing for young and old, both for it's content as well as to support Angel Studios. Definitely go get your tickets while it's still in the theaters and enjoy the show.
Angel Studios shows that they know what they are doing as they continue to create compelling movies that educate, inspire and entertain.
Definitely a movie worth seeing for young and old, both for it's content as well as to support Angel Studios. Definitely go get your tickets while it's still in the theaters and enjoy the show.
This is the very inspiring story of an Afghan woman who faced unbelievable obstacles. In a war-torn country that devalues women, she showed the world that determination and chutzpah can work miracles.
The acting was incredible and the story flowed well. I was immediately pulled into her world. I celebrated each small triumph with her, and cried alongside her with each setback. I was reluctant to see the end of the film. I wanted more of the story!
The scenery is gorgeous. I particularly enjoyed seeing the sites along the way. I would have liked seeing more of the p places she went.
Overall, this is a strong story, and one I will not soon forget.
The acting was incredible and the story flowed well. I was immediately pulled into her world. I celebrated each small triumph with her, and cried alongside her with each setback. I was reluctant to see the end of the film. I wanted more of the story!
The scenery is gorgeous. I particularly enjoyed seeing the sites along the way. I would have liked seeing more of the p places she went.
Overall, this is a strong story, and one I will not soon forget.
Rule Breakers is a true story told in a very engaging and heartfelt manner. The story focuses on a group of Afghani women and girls (and their families) as they challenge the attitudes, traditions, and culture that surround them by learning to write code, make robots, and compete as a team in prestigious, international competitions. The film does an excellent job of developing the characters of the team members and the woman, Roya Mahboob, who was visionary behind the team. While are some suspenseful moments, as you might expect with a bunch of rule breakers, the film chooses not to dwell on these incidents. Rather, it deftly focuses on how the team defied expectations, overcame serious technical challenges, managed needless bureaucratic delays, won over the international media, and won hearts and minds among their competition. In addition to presenting an engaging story with top-notch production values, the performances from the entire cast are superb. I was deeply moved by this film and am already look forward to seeing it again!
The RULE BREAKERS movie was so good, so real, made me cry with joy! The passion of international competition is evident / the perils of woman in AFGHANISTAN is real, the acting is fabulous, the true story makes you realize we are so blessed to live in America. You need to see this movie. To understand the struggle women experience in another country will make you a better person... I thought robotics would be boring, but instead the writers bring science to life. You laugh, you cry you are inspired. Take your teenagers! Take your daughters! The reality of the story comes to life. I googled " robotic teams ".
A good movie about an inspiring true story. The oppression, challenges and attacks from the Taliban that were endured and overcome by this Afghanistan girls robotics team is inspiring. This brought to life the difficult reality of life in counties like Afghanistan which we see in only snippets on the news. It's amazing that in this day and age women continue to be marginalized by cowardice sects. The fact that they received the major award so recently in 2021 while still being oppressed makes this movie timely. Very good acting and overall production. This is another Angel Studios movie amplifying light in the world!
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Official site
- Language
- Also known as
- Rompiendo reglas
- Filming locations
- Marrakech, Morocco(Herat, Afghanistan)
- Production company
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Box office
- Budget
- $8,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $2,969,825
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $1,503,826
- Mar 9, 2025
- Gross worldwide
- $2,972,865
- Runtime
- 2h(120 min)
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 2:1
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