Champions
“It's never too late for a comeback”
Storyline
Gigi Poltera's best days are behind him – just like "his" EHC Arosa. While the hockey club is facing bankruptcy and forced relegation, the soon-to-be 50-year-old is working his way through the valley as a postman. Twenty years ago, he was one of the stars in Schanfigg – as part of the championship team of the local skating club. The stars of yesteryear are now called upon to fill the gaps in the team. Gigi's friend Sturzi decides to make a comeback and persuades his former teammates, who have put on weight, such as the village priest, to join him. Gigi also digs out his skates in the hope of winning back his ex-wife Jenny and impressing his son, who is considered a talented goalie.
Cast & Crew
Marco Rima
Gigi Poltera
Lead
Andrea Zogg
Noldi Sturzenegger
Jörg Schneider
Heini Bosshard
Stephanie Japp
Jenny Bosshard
Hans-Peter Ulli
Fritz Meroni
Reto Frischknecht
Reto Frischknecht
Rainer Basedow
Helmut Ziesche
Guido Lindemann
Guido Lindemann
What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Riccardo Signorell's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Champions is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
