McEnroe trailer: The film explores into the life of John McEnroe, one of tennis’ all-time greats

Showtime has announced the addition of McEnroe to their collection of sports documentaries.

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The film looks into the life of John McEnroe, one of tennis’ all-time greats who rose to world No. 1 for four years in a row.

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On June 10, the documentary received its global premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival.

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The world champion is undoubtedly one of the most divisive tennis players in the sport’s history.

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McEnroe traverses the streets of New York City over the course of a single night in the documentary, recreating his life in never-before-seen archive video.

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Barney Douglas, the director, explains, “Everyone has an opinion on John McEnroe.

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In making this film I was interested in creating something intimate and unexpected.

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In making this film I was interested in creating something intimate and unexpected.

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Barney Douglas, the director, explains, “Everyone has an opinion on John McEnroe.

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To reach as many people as possible, this film needed to tap into the universal themes of connection, purpose, and love.

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Showtime has announced the addition of McEnroe to their collection of sports documentaries.

The film looks into the life of John McEnroe, one of tennis’ all-time greats who rose to world No. 1 for four years in a row.

On June 10, the documentary received its global premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival.

The world champion is undoubtedly one of the most divisive tennis players in the sport’s history.

McEnroe traverses the streets of New York City over the course of a single night in the documentary, recreating his life in never-before-seen archive video.

Barney Douglas, the director, explains, “Everyone has an opinion on John McEnroe.

In making this film I was interested in creating something intimate and unexpected.

In making this film I was interested in creating something intimate and unexpected.

Barney Douglas, the director, explains, “Everyone has an opinion on John McEnroe.

To reach as many people as possible, this film needed to tap into the universal themes of connection, purpose, and love.

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