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20189 minPGdoc-short

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Emptying the Tank

20189 minPGdoc-short

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Nine minutes of fight footage and interviews reveal Ashley Nichols' life as a Chippewa mixed martial artist and her connection to her culture.

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Caroline Monnet

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Nine minutes of fight footage and interviews reveal Ashley Nichols' life as a Chippewa mixed martial artist and her connection to her culture.

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Caroline Monnet

Caroline Monnetdirector

Daniel Watchornwriter

Ashley Nichols

Ashley Nicholscast

Jean-François Sauvécast

Éric Cinq-Marscast

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Ashley Nichols trains in mixed martial arts while reflecting on her Chippewa heritage. Directed by Caroline Monnet, "Emptying the Tank" features interviews and fight footage that reveal Nichols' commitment to her sport and her mental health. The film addresses the challenges women face in competitive sports. Nichols discusses how her cultural background shapes her identity as an athlete. The documentary runs for 9 minutes and was produced in Canada in 2018.

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