Battle of the Sexes (2017) — Screenplay
A world-champion tennis player faces off against a flamboyant hustler in a historic match that challenges gender norms.
- Written by
- Simon Beaufoy
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama, Biography, Sport
- Length
- 126 pages
This screenplay offers a masterclass in balancing multiple narrative threads, from the personal struggles of its protagonist to the public spectacle of the match itself. Its sharp dialogue and period detail create a vivid sense of 1970s America, while the pacing builds tension effectively for readers studying character-driven drama.
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