The Fall

8.5 / 10

(10 votes)

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.

Country:

United Kingdom

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

90 minutes

Year:

2016

Director:

Daniel Gordon

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Company:

Hillside Pictures,

Passion Pictures

Cast:
Zola Budd

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Mary Decker

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Crew:
Karen Emsley

Producer

John Battsek

Executive Producer

Daniel Gordon

Director

Tim Atack

Original Music Composer

Gary Welch

Music Consultant