Poster for KICK
Limited release

KICK

1h 23m / Documentary

In select theaters Wed, Nov 11, 2026

About the film

America’s fastest 1500m runner, Nikki Hiltz, races toward an Olympic berth while confronting the pressures of public scrutiny and expectations as a trans nonbinary athlete. With unprecedented access, KICK follows Nikki and their partner Emma through a season of elite competition, as the pursuit of a lifelong dream determines not only their future but who they become to themselves and to each other.

Nikki Hiltz chases an Olympic berth while navigating elite competition, public scrutiny and life with partner Emma Gee. Julia Schwalb’s documentary brings an intimate view of the trans nonbinary runner’s season to DOC NYC.

Directed by
Julia Schwalb
Starring
Nikki Hiltz, Emma Gee, Scout Hiltz, Elizabeth Hiltz

US release dates

  1. Limited release

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