Spirit of the Marathon
This definitive exploration of the famous 26.2 mile race follows five athletes on four continents as they train and prepare for the Chicago Marathon. The film follows both amateur and professional runners, including Olympic medalist Deena Kastor and world-class marathon runner Daniel Njenga. A rousing journey of physical endurance and triumph, revealing the passion (often obsession) that is required for a human to push themselves to the limit.
Year: 2007
Genre: Documentaries, Sport, Docos - Sport & Recreation
Country: USA
Director: Jon Dunham
Duration: 97 Minutes
Rating: G
7.6/10
Location in store: Documentary (Sport)
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