There is a wide variety of films about sport, from documentaries to fiction. Sports documentaries can focus on a particular sport or on individual athletes, while fiction films can tell fictional stories or be inspired by real-life sporting events.

Sports films are not limited to traditional sports, as there are also films about lesser-known sporting activities, such as skateboarding, surfing or climbing. Extreme sports films are also popular.

SPORTS FILMS OFTEN HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON POPULAR CULTURE AND CAN INSPIRE PEOPLE TO TAKE UP SPORTS.

• A Fine Line is a 2019 documentary that follows the story of Kilian Jornet, a Spanish trail running and mountaineering athlete considered one of the world’s best. Director Seb Montaz-Rosset takes us into the intimacy of Kilian’s daily life, from his training to his family life. The documentary tackles themes such as motivation, competitiveness, surpassing oneself, and the pressure that comes with success and fame. The film has won several film festival awards and is a source of inspiration for athletes and mountain enthusiasts alike.

• The Last Dance is a ten-part documentary series released in 2020, charting the career of Michael Jordan, considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Themes include his difficult childhood, his obsession with competition, his rivalry with other players, his social commitment and his impact on popular culture. The series received widespread critical acclaim and was a huge audience success, becoming one of the most-watched documentary series in Netflix history.

• Chariots of Fire is a British film directed by Hugh Hudson, released in 1981 and winner of four Oscars. The film is inspired by the true story of two British athletes who competed in the 1924 Paris Olympics. The film is famous for its iconic soundtrack and breathtaking running scenes, filmed in slow-motion. The film tackles universal themes such as perseverance, faith, the quest for self, ambition and friendship.

• Creed is a 2015 film directed by Ryan Coogler, which is a spin-off of the famous “Rocky” film series. The film follows the story of Adonis Creed, the illegitimate son of Rocky Balboa’s former adversary, Apollo Creed. The film explores themes of legacy, family, perseverance and ambition. “CREED” has received critical acclaim for its strong cast, moving script and spectacular fight scenes.

• ‍TheAlpinist is a 2021 documentary directed by Peter Mortimer and Nick Rosen, which follows the life and exploits of mountaineer Marc-André Leclerc. Leclerc is a world-renowned Canadian mountaineer who has made a name for himself by accomplishing daring and dangerous ascents of the world’s most challenging mountains, often solo and without safety equipment. The film has received critical acclaim for its visual beauty, immersive storytelling and ability to capture the spirit of extreme mountaineering.

• Rasta Rockett is a 1993 American comedy film directed by Jon Turteltaub. The film is inspired by the true story of the Jamaican bobsled team that competed in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. It follows the story of four Jamaicans who dream of becoming Olympic athletes and decide to form a bobsleigh team, despite the fact that their country is located in the Caribbean and they have never seen snow in their lives. The film is a mix of comedy, drama and sport, and tackles themes such as friendship, perseverance and determination.

IN SHORT, SPORTS FILMS CAN BE A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION, MOTIVATION AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR SPORTS FANS AND CINEPHILES ALIKE.