An initial image has been released for the sports documentary McEnroe, which focusses on one of tennis’ legendary icons, John McEnroe. The film will come to screens later this year following a premiere at Tribeca in June.
In McEnroe John speaks openly about his life and career alongside film archive from some of the biggest matches in tennis history – including the US Open and Wimbledon – as well as home video footage from John himself. Contributions from John’s children and his wife Patty Smyth provide a level of intimacy that takes the film beyond a mere sports biopic and into the realms of something deeply personal and confessional. Featuring icons such as Billie Jean King, Bjorn Borg and Keith Richards, the film brings to life a golden age of tennis and the 80’s excess of John’s hometown: New York City.
The film is directed by Barney Douglas (The Edge, Warriors) and produced by Victoria Barrell (The Edge, Bobby Robson) and Paddy Kelly, featuring an original score from The Maccabees’ Felix White (The Edge).
The release date for McEnroe has been set for the UK and Ireland for 15th July.
More soon, including, hopefully, a trailer.
We’ll keep you posted.
