The Pitch
"Silence the doubters."
Released just last year. The Pitch is a documentary film. directed by Michèle Hozer.
Synopsis
When Olympic soccer star Diana Matheson retires, she sets out alongside other players to build something that has never existed: a professional women’s soccer league in Canada. Their journey becomes a modern David and Goliath story as they take on institutional power, doubt, and inertia. Directed by award-winning documentary filmmaker Michèle Hozer (Shake Hands with the Devil, Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould, Sugar Coated), the film was shot extensively across the country, including Olympic medalist Erin McLeod's return home to play for the Halifax Tides. The Pitch offers rare access to this fight to change the game: a universal story of resilience and rewriting the rules.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- TVO
- The Cutting Factory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pitch about?
When Olympic soccer star Diana Matheson retires, she sets out alongside other players to build something that has never existed: a professional women’s soccer league in Canada. Their journey beco...
Who directed The Pitch?
The Pitch was directed by Michèle Hozer.
How long is The Pitch?
The Pitch has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Pitch released?
The Pitch was released on September 15, 2025 in theaters.