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8.5/10 • 10

2016-07-291h 30m

Documentary

Two women, two lives, one collision course...

The Fall tells the remarkable story of a South African barefoot runner, an American track-and-field prodigy, and the events behind one of the most memorable moments in sporting history – the 1984 LA Olympics. The film charts two journeys, from rural South Africa under apartheid and the rolling hills of Southern California, to the starting line of the women’s 3,000 metres. It uncovers a tale of betrayal and exploitation, of the blurred lines between politics, media and sport, and of the dedication and sacrifice required to compete at the highest level. It’s a story that split governments and divided nations, but at its heart is a tale of two young women who, despite the turmoil in their lives, just wanted to run.

Directors
Daniel Gordon
Editors
Matt Wyllie

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  1. Zola Budd

    Zola Budd

    Herself

  2. Mary Decker

    Mary Decker

    Herself

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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Revenue
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Keywords
olympic gamessouth africaapartheidrivalrylos angeles, californiafemale athlete1980slong distance running