Olympic Dreams is a 2019 romantic drama film directed by Jeremy Teicher. The movie follows the story of cross-country skier Penelope (played by Alexi Pappas), who is participating in her first Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
After her competition ends, Penelope explores the Olympic Athlete Village and meets Ezra (played by Nick Kroll), a volunteer dentist who is working in the medical center. Initially, Ezra is not that interested in Penelope, but they start bonding over their mutual love for storytelling, as Penelope attempts to compete with Ezra's comedic storytelling abilities.
As they spend more time together in the village, their relationship deepens, and they start to confront their own fears and insecurities. Penelope has to deal with the disappointment of not performing as well as she hoped, while Ezra is struggling with the end of his long-term relationship.
The movie explores the idea of finding connections in unexpected places and how the Olympic experience is not just about winning medals, but also about personal growth and self-discovery. It was filmed on location during the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang and features real-life athletes, coaches, and volunteers.
Overall, Olympic Dreams is a heartwarming and authentic portrayal of the Olympic spirit, which will resonate with audiences who have ever experienced the thrill of competition or the beauty of human connection.