Annette Bening plays the real-life marathon swimmer in this feelgood drama that documents her attempts to cross the Straits of Florida.
Sean Durkin's searing new drama focuses on the incredible story of the Von Erich Brothers, who became heavyweights in the wrestling world, but were dogged by personal tragedy.
By Mark Asch
Taika Waititi's feel-good comedy about the plight of a hapless Samoan football team strives for nothing more than maintaining the status quo.
A young hearing impaired boxer finds her hopes of going pro under threat due to the Covid-19 pandemic in Shô Miyake's loose adaptation of Keiko Ogasawara's autobiography.
A group of octogenarian pals set their sights on attending the 2017 Superbowl in Kyle Marvin's charming but unambitious comedy.
Michael B. Jordan is both star and director in the latest instalment of this heavyweight franchise, which sees Adonis Creed face off against an old foe.
The astonishing saga of Syrian refugee-turned-Olympic swimmer Yusra Mardini is effectively presented by writer/director Sally El Hosaini.
Mark Rylance plays an average joe flung into the spotlight in Craig Roberts’ good-natured but bland comedy.
Clint Bentley's debut feature is an authentic character study profiling the realm of professional horse racing.
By Leila Latif
Reinaldo Marcus Green gets the best out of Will Smith in this biopic of Venus and Serena Williams’ father and coach.
This riveting sports documentary tells the stranger-than-fiction story of the famed Japanese women’s volleyball team.
This authorised look at the life of the Brazilian icon reveals more about the man than the footballer.
The story of one of England’s (and Ireland’s) most beloved footballing sons becomes a sombre portrait of dementia.
This powerful documentary charts the history of the Paralympics and its positive impact on disability representation.
One man’s soccer obsession becomes a humble plea for a better world in Corneliu Porumboiu’s riveting documentary.
By Maria Nae
A female indoor football player tackles her patriarchal oppressors in Soheil Beiraghi’s compelling drama.
Senna director Asif Kapadia delves into the controversial life and career of Argentina’s soccer messiah.
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