New ESPN documentaries

Renee Richards and real-life Rocky among upcoming subjects

July 28, 2011 at 2:04PM

ESPN's excellent doc company, coming off the heels of "30 for 30," has another ambitious lineup for the rest of the year. The seven films:

"Catching Hell": About the fan who swatted away a foul ball during the 2003 Cubs playoff game.

"Rene": A look at the first transgender tennis player, Renee Richards.

"The Dotted Line": What does it take to be a big-time sports agent? Morgan Spurlock directs.

"Unguarded": A look at Chris Herren, a rising basketball superstar with serious drug problems.

"The Real Rocky": A look at Chuck Wepner the inspiration behind the "Rocky" series.

"Charismatic": The horse that almost became a Triple Crown winner before tragedy hit.

"Roll Tide/War Eagle": The Auburn vs. Alabama football rivalry.

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