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Downhill Racer
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Drama - 1969
6.5
80%
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An ambitious young skier, determined to break all existing records, is contemptuous of the teamwork advocated by the US coach when they go to Europe for the Olympics.
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Rated:
M
Runtime:
101 min
Release date:
6 Nov 1969
Country:
US
Languages:
German, French, English
Budget:
$16,500,000
Revenue:
$0
Awards:
Won 1 BAFTA Film Award. Another 5 nominations.

Top Critics Reviews

fresh:
An intriguing film that balances skiing and the majesty of Alpine scenery with an absorbing story of hero Robert Redford, young American innocent abroad.
– Variety Staff,
Variety,
10 Dec 2007
fresh:
The location skiing sequences, revealing Ritchie's background and interest in documentary styles, are simply astounding, even for those with little interest in the sport.
– Geoff Andrew,
Time Out,
26 Jan 2006
fresh:
The best movie ever made about sports -- without really being about sports at all.
– Roger Ebert,
Chicago Sun-Times,
23 Oct 2004
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