From a young child with a large racket discovering the game.
Director Francis Amat uses a "talking heads" format where players from different generations are asked identical questions to highlight common psychological traits.
Unique for a sports documentary, it includes commentary from neuroscientists on how a child's brain and body develop to meet the demands of professional tennis. Unraveling Athena (2020)
Released in 2020, is a feature documentary that explores the psychological and physical journey required to become a world-class female tennis champion. The Core Narrative
Modern interview footage is intercut with archive match clips and artfully staged cinematic shots. From a young child with a large racket discovering the game
Get a glimpse into the mental resilience and journeys of tennis legends in the official trailer:
The grueling journey to becoming a ranked professional and reaching the WTA number one spot. Released in 2020, is a feature documentary that
The film provides deep insight into the mental fortitude, perseverance, and "win-at-all-costs" mentality required for elite success.