Prefontaine
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- Synopsis
- This biographical sports drama is the true story of an Olympic runner whose life ended tragically short. Jared Leto stars as Steve Prefontaine, a teen who develops a running talent despite unorthodox physical traits such as a short stature and legs ......
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- Starring
- Jared Leto, R. Lee Ermey, Breckin Meyer, Ed O'Neill, Amy Locane... See more
- Director(s)
- Steve James
- MPAA Rating
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 106 min.
Critic Reviews
Using documentary-style Super 16 film and staged cutaway interviews with friends and family, James and his photographer and co-producer, Peter Gilbert, fashioned a movie with an affecting, candid look.Read the full review
His complex personality comes through in this surprisingly affecting minor pleasure, though perhaps one shouldn't be surprised when two of Hoop Dreams' key makers reunite for another smart sports pic. [24Jan1997 Pg.03.D]Read the full review
What sets Prefontaine aside from most sports movies is that it's not about winning the big race. It's about the life of a runner.Read the full review
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