True story-based movies are nothing new. They are, in fact, a mainstay of cinema. The widespread exaltation of the human spirit serves as a fundamental thread that connects many of these tales. Films like The Swimmers exist to reveal certain realities that are frequently hidden for a variety of reasons. They go far beyond simply celebrating their topics. The lives of refugees are now so politicised that the people at the centre of the problem are obscured by stereotypes, misperceptions, and lies. The Swimmers gives names to the faces of refugees and serves as a reminder of the heart of the story—the individuals who sacrifice for their own survival as well as that of others who are important to them.

The narrative of the Mardini sisters, Yusra (Nathalie Issa) and sara (Manal Issa), is told in The Swimmers. As Syrian swimming champions with a bright future ahead of them, Yusra hopes to compete for her nation at the Olympics. Even though the older sara rebels against her father's wish to see her swim competitively as well, everything is OK. Until the conflict shatters their hopes and dreams. The sisters set out on the perilous journey that millions of refugees take in search of a chance at a life free from war and uncertainty. The Mardini sisters overcome overwhelming hurdles to triumph, proving that it is possible to pursue anything one sets their minds to.

Manal Issa made her acting debut in Danielle Arbid's Parisienne, and if the world were fair, she would already be a genuine celebrity. Despite her cheerful outer look, she exudes effortless charisma and is skilled at catching the short moments of Sara's grief and misery. Nathalie Issa, Manal's real-life sister, is the movie's leading lady rather than her. Nathalie is adorable, and she exudes a gentle assurance that enables her to provide a subdued leading performance. Yusra is confident that she can achieve her goals, and Nathalie Issa's composed and assured performance beautifully captures this upbeat outlook.

This story contains every element a reader could want from a feel-good true-life story. Although there is a happy ending in a sense, the road does have its share of heartbreaking moments. However, there are certain issues that surface in the third act as Yusra's hatred of being classified as a refugee clashes with her resolve to represent syria in the Olympics. It is not adequately explored how the sisters are feeling about their tragedy. It seems a little hurried how Yusra ever makes it to the Olympics, and Sara's experiences are barely explored at this pivotal period in both of their lives. sara makes a seemingly arbitrary choice in her life, but with a little reorganisation and timing tweaks, her story may have worked well with Yusra's.

Having said that, The Swimmers is a success in many ways. It is exquisite, tragic, and, most importantly, extraordinarily affecting. The Issa sisters gave outstanding leading performances, and the Mardini sisters' tale will have a lasting impact on a lot of people. As there is so much these young women will accomplish, one critic urges viewers to continue following the sisters' path after the credits have rolled.