Documentary
United States of America
Game Change Game is a documentary that chronicles the 2019-2020 NBA season, which was drastically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The film focuses heavily on the players' union, led by president Chris Paul, and their efforts to navigate the challenges of the season.
As the pandemic hit, the NBA was forced to pause its season, causing uncertainty for players and staff members. When the league resumed, the NBA created a "bubble" in Orlando, Florida to protect players from the virus. The film shows the sheer complexities of managing the bubble and the various protocols put in place to ensure the safety of all involved.
Game Change Game also delves into the social justice movement that swept across the NBA after the murder of George Floyd. The film explores the players' decision to boycott games and demand change to society's systemic racism. The documentary features behind-the-scenes footage of the players' meetings and conversations with league officials, and how they orchestrated their protest and activism throughout the rest of the season.
Throughout the documentary, we see the unprecedented challenges that the NBA faced during this season, and how the players and union leadership navigated uncharted territories to successfully complete the season. Game Change Game provides a unique insight into this unforgettable NBA season and the league's unforgettable response to the pandemic and social justice movement.
