Serena and Venus together are one of the most prominent and remarkable players in tennis. Both the sisters have given their immense tough when it comes to stepping onto the court. There could be no other great partner with better strength and skills.
Venus Williams being the eldest is a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, and Serena Williams born a year later is a twenty-three-time Grand Slam singles champion. Both Williams sisters received early coaching from their parents Richard Williams and Oracene Price.
The sisters never sanctioned a barricade to make prosperity in history as both of them were former world no.1 women tennis players.
Venus and Serena Williams were the first sisters to hold the top two singles rankings in history when they were ranked No. 1 and No. 2 after the 2002 French Open.
The inspiring story of the sisters was casted as a big screenplay in two different films. The first documentary ‘Venus and Serena’ was relinquished in 2013 while the other movie, ‘King Richard’ was relinquished recently a year ago.
Venus and Serna: 2013 Documentary
On May 10, 2013, Magnolia Pictures released the motion picture, Venus and Serena. An inside look at the lives and careers of Venus and Serena Williams, two professional tennis players, is provided in the 2012 American documentary film, Venus and Serena. Maiken Baird and Michelle Major collaborated to direct the movie. At the 2013 Miami International Film Festival, 2012 Toronto Film Festival, 2012 Tribeca Film Festival, and 2012 Bermuda Docs Film Festival, it was an official selection.
Venus and Serena Williams, two of the top tennis players in the world, are the subject of the openly told tale VENUS AND SERENA. Their tale has shown the struggles, when Serena was admitted to the hospital because of a potentially fatal lung artery clot. Venus also struggles with an autoimmune condition that saps all of her vitality. The duo's beginnings in Compton, California, ghetto and the struggles and victories of their present existence are shown in flashbacks throughout this documentary.
King Richard: 2021 Movie
King Richard is a 2021 American biographical sports drama film directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and written by Zach Baylin. King Richard follows the career of Richard Williams, who developed his daughters into two of the most well-known players in the world by coaching them in Compton's open courts.
The film casts Hollywood actor Will Smith in the titular role and Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton, in the seat of the William sisters.
The half sport, half biopic film was scheduled to release in 2020, but due to pandemic it was postponed and released on November 19, 2021, in theatres and HBO max.
"I think it was a great opportunity to see how amazing African-American fathers are. A lot of black men aren't seen in that light. And a lot of people think that my dad was a different character. He wanted us to have fun first over anything. That's the thing that I loved most."According to Serena and Venus, the film is as true to reality "as possible." the Williams sisters commented after watching the entire movie.
They took pride to be a part of executive production and the movie, King Richard earned at least $500,000 and came in at number twelve at the box office in its fourth weekend, dropping out of the top ten.
"This is a guy who's for his family, for his daughters, ride or die, no matter what" Venus Williams proudly verbalized feeling blessed to have his father who supported them through every thorn and hurdle.
FAQ
When was ‘ Venus and Serena’ released?
The documentary showcasing the struggles and victories of the Williams sisters was released on May 10, 2013.
What was King Richard film about?
The whole movie is about the father of Williams sister who aspires to make his daughters shine as professional tennis players.
How old is Serena Williams?
The popular black star is 40 years old.
Who is the father of Venus and Serena Williams?
Richard Williams and Oracene Price are the proud parents of the Williams sisters.
