She Runs the World

She Runs the World is the electrifying story of Allyson Felix, the most decorated Olympic track and field athlete in history, who risked everything to fight for what she knew was right.At the peak of her career, Allyson and her husband learned she was pregnant, yet their delight was tempered by a concern that her sponsor—Nike—would financially penalize her. Their worst fears were realized; a public fight for maternal protections in sports ensued. Nike had proposed slashing her salary by nearly 70% even though it still planned to use her image widely. Although Nike eventually was willing to agree to special protection for Allyson, one of their most forward-facing women athletes, This longitudinal film, featuring never-before-seen archival footage gathered over the course of 35 years, delves deep into Allyson’s career and personal story, her family, her drive, her charm, her joy and her beliefs. She Runs the World s a testament to how each of us can make a difference by being true to our own values.

Audience Award, Aspen FilmFest