Renowned tennis icon Roger Federer is the subject of an upcoming documentary that will explore the final 12 days of his illustrious career. This new cinematic venture is the latest addition to a series of documentaries focusing on the lives of sports legends and will be co-directed by acclaimed filmmakers Asif Kapadia and Joe Sabia.
Funded by Prime Video, the untitled documentary originally began as private home footage, never intended for public viewing. However, Federer had a change of heart, leading to the transformation of the footage into a deeply personal narrative. In a statement regarding the film, Federer expressed his choice to collaborate with Prime Video due to their global reach and prominent presence in the film industry, ensuring that the story of his farewell to tennis will resonate with both tennis enthusiasts and broader audiences worldwide.
The documentary will not only showcase Federer but will also include interviews with other tennis luminaries such as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray. Unlike traditional film releases, the documentary will exclusively premiere on the Prime Video service, with no official release date confirmed at this time.
Regarding the release date, speculations suggest a premiere during the peak tennis season, but no official confirmation has been announced.
Keep an eye out for further updates on the documentary. This is exciting news for fans of Asif Kapadia, known for his exceptional work on “Senna” and “Amy,” and a promising development for anyone keen to unravel the untold story of Roger Federer’s final days in tennis.