Ulya

An exceptionally tall young girl grows up in a remote rural community surrounded by untamed wilderness, far removed from modern society. When the outside world finally reaches this isolated Russian Old Believer settlement, she is taken from her familiar surroundings and introduced to professional sports. There, athletes are pushed to their physical and psychological limits, much like performers in medieval circuses, to entertain demanding audiences. Yet the girl possesses extraordinary determination, remarkable natural athletic ability, and an unbreakable spirit. Despite the challenges of her unfamiliar environment, she gradually adapts and achieves outstanding success. This is the remarkable true story of legendary basketball player Ulyana Semyonova and her unlikely rise to sporting greatness.