Trailer Drops For SABER, a Documentary About the Real-World Lightsaber Fighting Championship
Indie Atlantic Films has released the first trailer for Saber, a documentary that dives headfirst into the competitive world of LED lightsaber combat.
At a glance, it looks like a fun, geek-fueled look at people swinging lightsbaers. But the film is aiming for something deeper, telling a story about community, connection, and the unexpected ways fandom can bring people together.
Saber centers on a group of dedicated saber combat athletes as they prepare for the Saber Legion World Championships in Las Vegas. These aren’t actors or choreographed performers. They’re competitors who train hard, push their bodies, and take the sport seriously.
What makes the documentary interesting is the people behind it. This is about individuals who might never have crossed paths in everyday life, finding friendship, support, and belonging through a shared love of the iconic lightsaber.
The official description sums up the heart of the film:
“Saber is a documentary film that follows a passionate group of LED saber combat athletes as they train for the Saber Legion World Championships in Las Vegas. But this isn't just a story about competition or fandoms, it's about the power of shared passions to bring people together.
“At its heart, Saber is a movie about connection. It's about a group of people who might never have crossed paths, finding friendship, support, and a sense of belonging through the iconic lightsaber. In a world that often feels divided, Saber is a reminder that community can be found in the most unexpected places and that sometimes, the family you choose is the one that saves you.”
In a time when everything feels fragmented, watching a group of strangers become a chosen family over something as joyful and cool as lightsaber combat feels genuinely uplifting.
The documentary is directed by Matthew Wiatt, also known as Matt Wiatt, who’s making his feature directorial debut after working on TV projects and executive producing Fly Like a Girl.
Saber is set to premiere at the 51st Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival this February, with a wider release planned later in the year. Enjoy the trailer!