Federer: Twelve Final Days

"Federer's Last Twelve Days" is an emotionally charged and inspiring documentary that delves into the final chapter of one of the greatest tennis careers ever. As someone who was introduced to tennis through Federer, this film resonated deeply with me. His influence not only turned me into an avid viewer but also inspired me to pick up a racket and play as an amateur.

One of the most commendable aspects highlighted in the documentary is the unique camaraderie among the top players. Despite fierce rivalries, Federer, Murray, Nadal, and Djokovic have managed to maintain genuine friendships. This is particularly exemplified in the heartfelt moments shared between Federer and Nadal. While I knew they were friends, this documentary reveals the depth of their relationship, going beyond mere friendship to something more profound. Watching Nadal shed tears, arguably more than Federer himself, was incredibly touching and showcased the strong bond they share.

The documentary also captures the unparalleled admiration people have for Federer. His charisma, sportsmanship, and the respect he commands from both fans and rivals are extraordinary. It is hard to imagine the tennis world ever seeing another player who is both so universally loved and respected. "Federer's Last Twelve Days" beautifully encapsulates his legacy and the indelible mark he has left on the sport.

This is must watch for Federer/tennis fans. The documentry is beautifully carried n heart melting. I was in tears coupe of times while watching. I am huge huge fan of Federer n his classy play, so it touched me to the core. I am sure every fan will be definitely in tears while watching this, especially his retirement speech, even Nadal s tears.

Director has done a great job by bringing other tennis greats of his era, Nadal, Djokovic n Murray.

Considering any sport, Federer is the greatest sports person ever on this planet so far. No one has played their respective game so gracefully as the legend Federer. He is "God of Tennis".

Love Federer.

There are only a handful of athletes/players in the world whose names are forever linked to their sport, and Federer undoubtedly stands higher among this elite group. Not only has he become phenomenon, a source of inspiration, but also an icon for millions of people globally

I really adore how the documentary delves into his personal life, showcasing his family and the relationships he has with friends and colleagues.

Although I have watched countless matches featuring him, marveling at his effortless skills on the court, specifically those classy, almost effortless one-handed backhands that are in a league of their own.

But this was the first time I witnessed him as a person rather than just a legendary player; he came across as a genuinely nice human being who deserves all the love he receives.

Now, Just to clarify, I am not a hardcore tennis enthusiast, I certainly don't possess extensive knowledge or claim to be well-versed in the statistics or analytical aspects of the game. However, I did grow up hearing names like Roger, Nadal, and later Djokovic and Murray, so seeing them all together here was a real treat, a delightful experience!

Well, the headline pretty much sums it up.

It was watchable and as a Federer fan since 20 years I was never going to miss this.

However, the editing was not for someone who knows more about the story of those 12 days..

A few things I miss from this:

The big 4 (Roger, Rafa, Andy, Novak) had a doubles practice together before the match. Absolutely nothing about it.. to me a big miss.

Roger and Rafa had a last practice in the morning before. Nothing from that either.

Rafa flew in just to take part of that match and left early morning after. Cam Norrie was there and replaced him (no one knew why he was part of the team until Rafa left). Nothing about that either..

So.. I just think they didn't include some parts that some fans would have enjoyed to see and that was quite sad.

Otherwise it's emotional and interesting but predictable. What I enjoyed the most to see was how much credit Roger gave to Novak. They have not always been on the best terms but it felt like Roger really acknowledged him here and I feel that Novak was extremely grateful for that. It was really nice to see.

All in all ok and basically what you can expect.

Roger Federer. The man who made me enter the world of tennis. Thank you! I never thought this documentary would be this emotional. Damn.

When this documentary only tells Federer's last 12 days, it means I'm waiting for a documentary that tells Federer's career from the beginning to become a tennis icon and even sports in general.

Synopsis: Helmed by Academy Award-winning director Asif Kapadia and director Joe Sabia, the Federer documentary is an intimate follow-along through the final 12 days of Roger Federer's illustrious career. Originally a home video never intended for public viewing, the film captures Federer at his most vulnerable and candid self, as he says goodbye to a game and the fans that shaped his life for the last two decades. Featuring interviews from legendary rivals and close friends Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokivic, and Andy Murray, Federer: Twelve Final Days provides unprecedented access to the relationship between these unparalleled stars.