After getting a limited release in theaters, the triumphantYoung Woman and the Seais gearing up to swim onto streaming later this week. The movie starsDaisy RidleyasTrudy Ederle, an American swimmer who became the first woman to swim the 21 miles across the English Channel. To celebrate the movie’s release on Disney+ on Friday, July 19, Collider is delighted to exclusively share a new featurette, “Becoming Trudy,” whichfollows Ridley as she prepares to take on the physically and mentally challenging role.
Ridley’s willpower and passion are what made Ridley perfect for the role, according to directorJoachim Rønningand producerJerry Bruckheimer, as Rønning shares in the featurette that the star undertook intense training with Olympic athletes to not onlyaccurately portray a professional swimmer, but to also hold her own in the elements when it came time to film in the open water. Ridley adds that the challenge presented in preparing for the role was physical in nature, of course, but also became a mental one as well.
What Is ‘Young Woman and the Sea’ About?
Young Woman and the Seafollows Trudy Ederle (Ridley) as she learns to swim and eventually resolves to swim the English Channel, despite the obstacles in her way as a woman in the 1920s. fighting to be taken seriously in any capacity. The movie carries all the hallmarks of a great sports drama,as noted in Collider’s review:
“Joachim Rønning’sYoung Woman and the Seaneatly fits the bill of the inspirational sports drama, but puts a few key twists on the tried and true tropes. The result is a delightfully entertaining movie, spearheaded by a quietly powerful performance fromDaisy Ridley,that brings to life a true story more people should know and one that they’ll carry with them.”
Young Woman and the Seaalso starsTolda Cobham-Herveyas Trudy’s sister Meg,Kim BodniaandJeanette Hainas her parents,Sian Cliffordas her swimming coach Charlotte,Christopher Ecclestonas Jabez Wolffe, andStephen Grahamas Bill Burgess.
Young Woman and the Seaarrives on Disney+ on July 19. Check out the exclusive featurette above.
Young Woman and the Sea
Charting the true story of a pioneering female swimmer who sets out to conquer the English Channel, a feat dominated by men in the early 20th century. Her grueling preparation and the swim itself test her physical and emotional limits, challenging societal expectations and changing perceptions of women in sports.
