Renée


1h 18m 2011

Brief Synopsis

Transsexual Renee Richards was an extraordinary figure in the history of professional tennis, Despite an alpha-male reputation, tennis pro Dick Raskind always felt different from other guys. At forty-some, after getting married and having a child, Dick decided to become Renee Richards. Still in comm

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Biography
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 18m

Synopsis

Transsexual Renee Richards was an extraordinary figure in the history of professional tennis, Despite an alpha-male reputation, tennis pro Dick Raskind always felt different from other guys. At forty-some, after getting married and having a child, Dick decided to become Renee Richards. Still in command of the tennis court, being the first transsexual player in the women's US Open put Renee and her family in the critical spotlight. Here, Renee reflects on her controversial life, while facing the repercussions of her decisions, and demonstrating both personal and athletic perseverance.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Biography
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 18m

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Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Limited Release in United States Summer June 10, 2011

Released in United States 2011

Released in United States 2011 (Silver Spectrum)

Released in United States 2011 (Spotlight/ESPN Sports Festival sidebar)

Released in United States 2011 (Summer Showcase)

Limited Release in United States Summer June 10, 2011 (Los Angeles)