The Fall

Two women, two lives, one collision course...

Jul 29, 2016 1h 30m

8.5

10 votes

Documentary

Synopsis

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.

Title	The Fall
Companies	Hillside Pictures, Passion Pictures
Countries	United Kingdom
Keywords	olympic games, south africa, apartheid, rivalry, los angeles, california, female athlete, 1980s, long distance running