Project Detail

Boom! Boom! The World vs. Boris Becker

Synopsis

Exploring the life of Boris Becker, who became a tennis sensation when he won the first of his six majors at the age of just 17 and went on to have a glittering career, including 49 major career titles and an Olympic Gold.
Official Selection Berlin International Film Festival 2023 - Berlinale Special Gala - World premiere

Details

Year: 2023
Type of project: Features
Running time: 96 min
Director: Alex Gibney
Producer: John Battsek

Genre

Sport

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

UK, US co-production

Lorton Entertainment

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