The Comebacks is a satirical comedy that parodies the clichés and tropes of sports films. A failing coach is tasked with leading a group of underdogs to victory in various sports, including football, basketball, and baseball. Along the way, they encounter hilarious misadventures and zany characters. With its sharp wit and over-the-top humor, The Comebacks is a laugh-out-loud film for sports and comedy fans alike.
Une belle équipe (2019) tells the story of a female soccer team in a small village in the north of France. The team, made up of diverse characters, overcomes various challenges as they strive to succeed in their soccer matches. Along the way, they navigate personal struggles, including an ex-convict trying to rebuild her life, a female police officer dealing with societal expectations, and a soccer player with dreams of playing professionally. Through friendship, teamwork, and determination, the team faces both triumphs and setbacks, proving that anything is possible when you have the right support.
In 1969, a group of women in Reims, France form a soccer team and face various challenges and sexism while pursuing their passion for the sport. Based on a true story.
In 'Switching Goals,' two twin sisters, Emma and Sam, are both talented soccer players. However, their father, a soccer coach, only allows Emma to play on the school team while Sam is forced to play on a recreational team. To be able to play on the same level, Emma and Sam decide to switch identities and play for each other's teams. As they navigate the challenges of fooling their family, friends, and teammates, they learn valuable lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship, and the importance of family.
Based on the biography Ne jamais rien lâcher, the script traces the career of Marinette Pichon over three decades. Born in 1975, she was the pioneer of French women's football and one of the greatest stars of that sport in the world. A prodigy discovered at the age of five, she went on to become the first French player to make a career in the United States (men/women combined) and the record holder for the number of goals and selections for the French team (men/women combined). From her childhood, ravaged by an alcoholic and violent father, to the American dream (she was crowned best player and best scorer in the prestigious US league in 2002 and 2003 and "Most Valuable Player" in 2003), via her career with the French team, Marinette paints the portrait of a kid from a working-class background who was not destined for such an extraordinary career path...
Alex is a passionate young soccer player who is struggling to find her place on the team. When she comes across a magical talking soccer ball named Me, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and teamwork. Together, they inspire each other to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.
A high school student pretends to have a leg injury to gain the attention of her soccer coach. However, her intentions turn dark as she becomes obsessed with him and begins to stalk him. The coach soon realizes the danger and must fight to protect himself and those around him.
Grieved over the loss of their daughter, an elderly couple has decided do spend their vacation travelling around Europe. The cab driver who takes them to the airport, Leo, overhears their conversation and decides to profit from their situation: Leo convinces the couple's staff he's their nephew, and invites his friends and girlfriend over for a special summer. Things go awry when his friend Marcelo arrives with a bus full of teenagers, who believe the mansion is actually a summer camp.
The Olympique Lyonnais women's football team has over the years become one of the best football teams in the world. From training sessions to competitive matches, from doubts to victories, this documentary takes an up-close look at these exceptional players and their daily lives. An invitation to see women's sports and the place they hold in professional sports under a new light: a universe where the values of respect and open-mindedness are indispensable mainstays in working towards equality.
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