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Williams navigate a challenging year in their tennis careers, featuring insights from their father Richard Williams and Billie Jean King.

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An otherwise guarded insight into the lives of the Williams sisters is rescued by the eccentricities of their father.
Andrew PulverRead full article
June 27, 2013
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Why Watch

  • Meet Venus and Serena Williams in their own words.
  • See exclusive insights from Richard Williams.
  • Find out what Billie Jean King thinks of their impact.

Did You Know

  • The film was directed by Maiken Baird and Michelle Major.
  • Venus and Serena Williams are both featured as themselves in the film.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 99 minutes.
  • It was officially selected at four film festivals in 2012 and 2013.

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Who directed the documentary Venus and Serena?

Venus and Serena was directed by Maiken Baird and Michelle Major.

When was Venus and Serena released?

Venus and Serena was released by Magnolia Pictures on May 10, 2013.

What festivals selected Venus and Serena in 2012?

Venus and Serena was selected for the 2012 Toronto Film Festival, 2012 Tribeca Film Festival, and 2012 Bermuda Docs Film Festival.

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