A remarkable true story of tenacity, friendship and the triumph of the human spirit, NYAD recounts a riveting chapter in the life of world-class athlete Diana Nyad. Three decades after giving up marathon swimming in exchange for a prominent career as a sports journalist, at the age of 60, Diana (four-time Academy Award nominee Annette Bening) becomes obsessed with completing an epic swim that always eluded her: the 110 mile trek from Cuba to Florida, often referred to as the "Mount Everest" of swims. Determined to become the first person to finish the swim without a shark cage, Diana goes on a thrilling, four-year journey with her best friend and coach Bonnie Stoll (two-time Academy Award winner Jodie Foster) and a dedicated sailing team.
Official TIFF23 selection.
"Bening, not afraid to portray an unlikeable character, will be remembered at awards time. So will Foster and Ifans if there’s any justice." - Toronto Star
"Audiences want to see Diana Nyad succeed, but the pleasure of the experience comes from watching actors become these characters." - Variety
"A portrait of the determination and grit—and self-absorption—possessed by athletes who push themselves to their limits." - RogerEbert.com
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