Miles of film document the backstage action of the 1981 Roland-Garros, featuring tennis legends like Björn Borg and John McEnroe.
Synopsis
Miles of film document the backstage action of the 1981 Roland-Garros, featuring tennis legends like Björn Borg and John McEnroe.
Synopsis
The 1981 Roland-Garros tournament serves as the backdrop for 'The French,' directed by William Klein. The film captures the intense competition among tennis legends such as Björn Borg, John McEnroe, and Chris Evert-Lloyd. Klein's cameras provide access to the backstage moments and interactions that shape the event. With 130 minutes of footage, the documentary presents a detailed portrait of the players and the sport during this iconic tournament.
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Why Watch
- See Björn Borg and John McEnroe in action.
- Meet tennis icons like Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert-Lloyd.
- Follow the behind-the-scenes moments of the French Open.
Did You Know
- This documentary was filmed during the 1981 Roland-Garros tournament.
- William Klein directed 'The French,' which was released in 1982.
- The film features tennis legends like Björn Borg and John McEnroe.
- The documentary has a total duration of 130 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary 'The French'?
William Klein directed the documentary 'The French'.
What year was the French Open featured in 'The French'?
The documentary features the 1981 Roland-Garros, also known as the French Open.
Which legendary tennis players are followed in 'The French'?
The film follows players such as Björn Borg, Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl, Chris Evert-Lloyd, John McEnroe, Martina Navratilova, Yannick Noah, and Guillermo Vilas.
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