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Young Woman and the Sea
Drama, History
This is the extraordinary true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to successfully swim the English Channel. Through the steadfast support of her older sister and supportive trainers, she overcame adversity and the animosity of a patriarchal society to rise through the ranks of the Olympic swimming team and complete the 21-mile trek from France to England.
View on IMDbAppeals to viewers who enjoy polished true-life sports dramas about determined outsiders overcoming social barriers through discipline and communal support.
- Tone
- uplifting, adventurous, nostalgic
- Payoff
- inspiration, catharsis
- Pacing
- steady
- Intensity
- moderate
- Structure
- linear
- Themes
- perseverance, women's equality, family support, athletic achievement
- Setting
- 1920s, competitive swimming pools and open sea
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Where to watch
Stream
Disney Plus
