EAT/SLEEP/CHEER/REPEAT is a surprising and uplifting coming-of-age documentary exploring gender, strength and why things that are considered female are not taken seriously. On the western edge of Europe, a group of young misfits have found a place where they belong. These are the athletes of Ireland’s National Cheerleading team. But with no respect for the sport in Ireland and struggling to compete with the best teams in the World, these athletes don’t believe they can ever win.
Team captain, girl boss Jessica; star athlete, CoVid anti-vaxer Jayleesa; dyslexic but athletic Blathnaid; out-n-proud, fun-loving Dean; freedom-seeking Taylor; and lost boy Rickie are each seeking their place in the world through the sport they love. As their anxiety-crippled coach, Hilton, battles to keep the team motivated throughout the season, we follow our underdog athletes’ journey to the World Championships and reveal what it’s like to grow up in the world today. Battling self-doubt while finding their place in the world, this is a story of athletes who don’t just want to fit in. They want to stand out.
1 hour 27 mins
Directed by: Tanya Doyle
Genre: Documentary
