James Ochieng was a boy growing up in rural Kenya in 1995 when he lost one of his legs to polio. After his family was accused of witchcraft for his impairment, James fled his rural home in search of a new life in Nairobi, Kenya's big apple. Since he lacked formal education and one limb, James struggled to find his place and eventually settled in Mathare, Nairobi's third largest slum. In Mathare, well known as a breeding ground for some of Kenya's football stars, James developed his own love for the game. Despite obvious physical disadvantages James' story of passion and dedication is one of hope and inspiration. This documentary was filmed by fellow Mathare youth who, like James, are pursuing their own dreams.
—Anonymous