Karateka

Karateka

2026 · Drama

At 39, Spanish karateka Sandra Sánchez sets her sights on Olympic gold in Tokyo, pushing her career toward its defining test. Her coach and life partner, Jesús del Moral, remains beside her throughout, a bond that turns each step toward the Games into a shared act of commitment.

Directed by Aritz Moreno · Written by Pablo Tobías

In theaters Oct 30, 2026

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