JOHN MCENROE: IN THE REALM OF PERFECTION

 

documentary | english | 95 min

An immersive film on tennis legend John McEnroe at the height of his career as the world champion, using unseen 16mm footage, the film showcases McEnroe’s iconic grace, infamous temper and unique style that powered his incredible journey to tennis perfection.

DIRECTOR Julien Faraut
NARRATOR Mathieu Amalric

 
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“pleasingly eccentric sports doc shows the artistry behind the outbursts”
★★★★

— THE TELEGRAPH

 

“a witty and impassioned study of the game and the art of directing”

— THE ARTS DESK

“cherishably idiosyncratic essay-film”
★★★★

— THE GUARDIAN

 

“a film which playfully bombards the viewer with its eccentric postulations.”

— LITTLE WHITE LIES

FESTIVALS + AWARDS

 

2018 Berlinale Film Festival
Winner: Tagesspiegel Award

2018 Berlinale Film Festival
World Premiere