n the late 1980’s, Tracy Edwards shattered men's perception of women when she and her all-female racing crew dared to enter the male-dominated world-class Whitbread Round the World Race, and the world took notice. Thanks to this oceanic trailblazer, the event, the sport, gender equality, and education are forever changed. How one woman could have this positive impact seems unfathomable, but thanks to documentary filmmaker Alex Holmes, Edwards’ captivating, inspiring, and astonishing story is being eloquently retold in the film “Maiden” which premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and opens in theaters across the nation on July 12.
Edwards recently visited Chicago while promoting her film, which received two standing ovations from the audience. She then spoke with me about the making of this film and her life since that momentous race.
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