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Suzanne Lenglen, the court of liberty
“One of the greatest tennis players of all time”
7.0 / 10• 2024• 52m•NR• French
Documentary
Storyline
Having won 250 tournaments, including 83 without losing a single game, 3 Olympic medals, 6 Wimbledon titles and only suffered 7 defeats, Suzanne Lenglen (1899-1938) left an indelible mark on world tennis. Away from the court, the French tennis player was also a feminist icon and talented writer.
Cast & Crew
Suzanne Lenglen
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Romane Bohringer
Suzanne Lenglen (voice)
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Olivia Laurin's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Suzanne Lenglen, the court of liberty is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
