Marathon
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For this documentary, the renowned Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura created a structure as unconventional as the Gaudí buildings that adorn the host city of Barcelona. Coverage of the men's marathon appears at intervals throughout the narrative, highlighting the Games' most iconic event. While charismatic winners—from 400m champion Michael Johnson to weightlifter Ivan Ivanov—take center stage, Saura observes rigorous training sessions with as much passion as the finals themselves. Composers such as Ryuichi Sakamoto, Mikis Theodorakis, and Angelo Badalamenti contribute to the shifting atmosphere of this excellent film.
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Cast
17 people
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Carlos Saura Director · Alejandro Massó Composer Pablo G. del Amo Editor
First release January 1, 1993 · Produced in Spain · Languages English, French, Spanish
Production
Ovídeo TV S.A.
Production
Ibergroup S.A.
Production
TVE
Production
Spain
Produced in
Languages
Original language
Spanish
Spoken on screen
English · French · Spanish
Release dates
Spain · January 1, 1993
Theatrical
No release date listed for United States.
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