Make sure to include this in your list of pre-game movies to watch before the Olympics.
What it's about
Based on the true story of Gertrude “Trudy” Ederle (played here by Daisy Ridley), the film follows Trudy as she overcomes physical obstacles and societal expectations to be a champion swimmer.
The take
Young Woman and the Sea is a neatly told, inspiring story about a woman who went against the tide to cement her legacy as one of the most fearless athletes to exist. The movie is polished and nicely detailed, anchored by winning performances and a triumphantly dramatic script—basically everything you’d expect from a Disney movie. And like many Disney movies, Young Woman and the Sea can sometimes be too on-the-nose about its advocacies, but it's hard to deny its charm. The movie is a treat to watch, and an especially nice segue into the upcoming Olympics.