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Season 1 – Naomi Osaka

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An intimate look inside the life of one of the most gifted and complex athletes of her generation offers insight into the tough decisions and ecstatic triumphs that shape Naomi Osaka as a superstar and a young woman.
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Under director Garrett Bradley's thoughtful eye, Naomi Osaka is a nuanced, moving portrait of a young athlete learning how to navigate life on and off the court.

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Judy Berman TIME Magazine 08/02/2021
The primary mood is disorientation. This is another way of saying that Naomi Osaka isn't like any other sports doc I've ever seen. Go to Full Review Karl Quinn The Age (Australia) 07/22/2021
4/5
It's a decidedly melancholy tone for a sports doc to take, but one that offers an insight into the life of a professional athlete that feels uncommonly truthful. Go to Full Review Jude Dry IndieWire 07/19/2021
C+
"Naomi Osaka" prefers to marinate in the post-match interviews, typically belabored and low energy for Osaka, or the composed tranquility of a post-match massage. Go to Full Review John McDonald Australian Financial Review 08/24/2021
Is Osaka a new age sporting hero or a self-indulgent teen hangover who wants to have her cake and eat it? Go to Full Review Bedatri D. Choudhury Hyperallergic 08/03/2021
Explores the tennis star as a vessel for other people's love and aspirations. Go to Full Review James Croot The Post NZ 07/22/2021
As a primer it offers some insightful, enlightening and fascinating moments, but does make you wonder whether Osaka really enjoys any aspect of the game she has proven to be so great at. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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m j @TennisRB 10/15/2021 I hope she come back to the game of tennis and started wining grand slams again. She could become the next Serena Williams.... See more frank b @RT21563921 08/17/2021 Guess she doesn't mind cameras and questions as long as there is a nice cheque. See more Monique H @RT43615156 07/25/2021 This human, Naomi, deserved more time to be herself and grow before a camera scrutinized her life thus far. I am so disappointed by some of the vicious reviews. Especially when you theorize that she lied to get out of the press conferences. When you say this it sounds like this is the attitude that you have about other peoples depression or anxiety, that is is a lie or exaggerated. Criticize the movie makers if you want, but do not tear down a young adult who needs more time to find her place in the world. When Naomi is ready she could use her platform to help destigmatize mental illness. Admitting her susceptibility to mental health challenges is helping so many already, further legitimizing the struggle. Attacking her personally right now is NOT HELPFUL to any young adult struggling with mental illness. See more 07/25/2021 Disappointing to see a show made exactly for the reasons that Ms. Osaska has been avoiding the media. I think this kind of exploitation is very sad, and does not deserve praise. See more 07/24/2021 I only tried this due to a recommendation. It isn't bad but not interesting to me at all. See more 07/21/2021 The list of synonyms for the word "pander" seems to grow longer and longer each day. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 16, 2021 Rise Raised to be a winner, the tennis player chases a childhood dream of becoming a champion at the 2019 US Open; however, as her star rises, success and fame take a toll. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 16, 2021 Champion Mentality As she explores other talents, Naomi struggles with her mental well-being and sense of purpose while dealing with the loss of a mentor. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 16, 2021 New Blueprint After George Floyd's murder, Naomi joins a protest for the first time in Minnesota; later, she uses her platform on the court and finds her voice. Details

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Naomi Osaka — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Garrett Bradley
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Documentary, Sports
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 16, 2021
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