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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

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Production Status

Production Company

UK, US co-production

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