Borg vs McEnroe

This film (drama)Also known asBorg/McEnroe，is aSweden, Denmark, FinlandProducerwomen sex，At2017Released in year 。The dialogue language isSwedish, English, French,，Current Douban rating7.1(For reference only)。

"Borg/McEnroe" tells the epic showdown at the 1980 Wimbledon final between Swedish tennis legend Björn Borg (played by Sverrir Gudnason) and the young and fiery American star John McEnroe (played by Shia). The two have vastly different personalities and temperaments: one is a calm, even cold paragon of perfection, while the other is a volcano erupting with passionate emotions. Yet, they share one thing in common: they are both top players in the world of tennis. With immersive and outstanding performances by Sverrir Gudnason, Shia, and Stellan Skarsgård, this sports-themed film takes on a psychological thriller quality. Danish director Janus Metz (whose film "Armadillo," which won the Cannes award in 2010, was also nominated for that year's TIFF) recreates the classic 1980 Wimbledon final between Borg and McEnroe, while showcasing the frenzy of the surrounding media and the personal anxieties experienced by both players and their respective teams. By 1980, Borg had already won four Wimbledon championships. At 24, he was adored worldwide, wealthy, and engaged. However, contrary to his composed public image, he struggled with anxiety throughout his life. His opponent was McEnroe, a magician on the tennis court, a whirlwind full of rage and pursuit of perfection. The media and the public loved to belittle and hate McEnroe because his explosive temper could erupt at any moment on the court, often accompanied by foul language directed at umpires or spectators. But McEnroe also suffered from mental anguish. In this greatest match in tennis history, both players take to the court, bringing their exceptional skills and inner demons to face each other. Amidst the tense competition and reflective flashbacks, "Borg/McEnroe" captivates us not only with the beauty of the athletes' performance but also with aspects that resonate with us—the cost of success.