Unbreakable is a powerful documentary that lays bare the extraordinary journey of Jelena Dokic, one of Australia’s most inspiring sports stars, as she overcomes a harrowing past shaped by abuse and triumphs in her fight for freedom and self-worth.
The film delves into Jelena’s meteoric rise as a tennis prodigy and the brutal reality behind the scenes, where she endured years of physical and emotional abuse at the hands of her father and coach, Damir Dokic.
Through candid interviews and archival footage, Jelena reveals the impact of gender-based violence on her life and career, shining a light on the resilience it takes to break free and rebuild in the face of adversity.
Directed by a visionary Australian filmmaker, Unbreakable is an unflinching exploration of the intersection between ambition, abuse, and survival. The trailer offers glimpses of Jelena’s struggle to navigate the high-pressure world of professional tennis while battling the trauma inflicted by her father. It also celebrates her courage in speaking out against gender-based violence, turning her pain into a powerful platform for change.
This deeply personal and universal story is a testament to Jelena’s indomitable spirit and a rallying cry to confront the silence surrounding abuse and empower survivors everywhere.
If you are in Melbourne, you can catch Unbreakable at a free screening in Federation Square on January 28 – more details here. If you’re not in Melbourne – watch this space for an announcement on where you can watch Unbreakable.
Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story was Co-Directed by Jessica Halloran and Ivan O’Mahoney and Produced by Ivan O’Mahoney featuring Principal Cast Jelena Dokic at Roadshow Films.