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Deep Dive: This Is Brighton (2023)

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This Is Brighton
THIS IS BRIGHTON is a sports documentary centered on Brighton Zeuner, a prominent female skateboarder. The film captures her experiences as skateboarding transitions into an Olympic sport, focusing on the pressures and anxieties that come with competition. It features a character-driven narrative that shows the impact of social media on young athletes and how external factors, such as the global pandemic, disrupted her promising career. Directed by Beth Aala, the film includes appearances by family members and fellow skateboarders, such as Brandon Zeuner and Sakura Yosozumi. With a runtime of 93 minutes, it provides an intimate look at the life of a young athlete navigating the complexities of fame, competition, and personal growth.

Why Watch

  • Meet Brighton Zeuner, a top female skateboarder.
  • See how social media affects young athletes.
  • Find out how the pandemic changed Brighton's life.

Did You Know

Brighton Zeuner is recognized as one of the best female skateboarders of her generation.
The film is directed by Beth Aala and runs for 93 minutes.
The global pandemic significantly affected Brighton's skating career.
Skateboarding became an Olympic sport in 2020, influencing the film's context.

Perfect For

Female athletesSkateboarding fansSports documentaries