by: Alberto Salazar, Bill Bowerman, Steve Ogle, Ken Kesey
starring: Frank Shorter, Alberto Salazar, Bill Bowerman, Ken Kesey, Steve Ogle
directed by: Frank Shorter;Erich Lyttle
starring: Frank Shorter, Alberto Salazar, Bill Bowerman, Ken Kesey, Steve Ogle
directed by: Frank Shorter;Erich Lyttle
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Binding: VHS TapeEAN: 9780964083813
Format: NTSC
ISBN: 0964083817
Label: Chambers Productions
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Manufacturer: Chambers Productions
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Chambers Productions
Release Date: June 30, 1995
Running Time: 58 minutes
Studio: Chambers Productions
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- Prefontaine
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Editorial Review:
Amazon.com:
The legendary distance runner Steve Prefontaine blazed across tracks and into America's consciousness before meeting a tragic death in an auto accident at the age of 24. In this tribute to "Pre," narrated by writer Ken Kesey, a number of his contemporaries speak movingly of him as an athlete and a person. After setting high school running records in his native Oregon, Prefontaine went on to the University of Oregon, where as a freshman he began to dominate the American track scene and appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated. He was a distinctive character and archival films demonstrate the charisma and astounding confidence he brought to his sport. His race in the 5,000 meters at the 1972 Munich Olympics is shown in detail, with other runners in the race offering commentary on the gutsy performance of the 21-year-old. Pre didn't win a medal in the race, but as his sister puts it, the race "matured him" and made him determined to win gold at the 1976 Montreal Olympics (which he wouldn't live to do). Though one of the world's best athletes, after college he was forced to survive on food stamps, and he became a spokesman for the plight of amateur athletes. This is a touching look at a brilliant athlete and a charming character who still inspires runners today. --Robert J. McNamara
Product Description:
Original VHS direct from Production Company
Average Rating: 
Rating:
- Excellent documentary!I am a runner, so Steve Prefontaine is a hero to me. He was an awesome runner, and also did a lot for amateur athletics overall, affecting all generations after him. He died such a tragic, untimely death, but his legacy and inspiration live on. Great documentary of a great hero.
Rating:
- Coach HarryOne of the most inspiring documentaries I've ever watched. My children of whom are all runners are crazed Pre fans and all ran personal bests after watching this film. This is a film that all runners should watch. Coach's should direct their children to watch this movie also. We need more legends like Pre to inspire our runners of the future!
Rating:
- Good documentaryGood documentary with multiple opinions. Wish they had it on DVD though. Not as long as Prefontaine or Without Limits but mostly informational. Inspirational for any avid Pre fan and good info for those not familiar with him
Rating:
- InspirationalI highly recommend this movie to ANYONE who needs inspiration or motivation. Perhaps you are in sales and need a little extra drive to get over the rejection of a lost sale,etc. This movie will tell you to never quit no matter what your odds.
Steve Prefontaine was a world class runner who ran in the 1972 Munich Olympics. Although he didn't win a medal nobody tried harder than he did. His life was cut short in a tragic accident,but his memory lives on in the life he ran on the track in Oregon. ... Read More
Rating:
- A very long run for a short slide....Very little actual running here. Mostly a Nike commercial. Lots of silly interviews that don't add anything. Watch one of the movies, instead.
