The Real Mo Farah
THE REAL MO FARAH tells a human and timeless story of strength over adversity. As one of the world’s most successful track athletes, Sir Mo seeks to discover the facts behind the secret he has kept hidden for 30 years. Born with a different name, he was brought into the UK as a nine-year-old under a fake passport and spent years in forced domestic servitude. He now returns to the streets of West London and the school where he was first spotted as a phenomenal young athlete. Sir Mo meets key people from his past, who have protected his true story for many years. He visits his family village in Somaliland to ask his mother and twin brother what they know of the traumatic childhood event that changed his life forever. Finally, he turns to the Somali community in London, hoping they can explain the mystery at the heart of his life.
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Duration: 1 x 60' HD
Resolution: HD
Seasons: TBC
Genre: Documentary, Factual Entertainment & Formats, Lifestyle, Sports
Tags: Human Interest, Investigation, Sports
Original Language: TBC
Producer: Atomized Studios
Original Broadcaster: BBC One
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