Nicholas Farrell, Nigel Havers, Ian Charleson
The story of two British track athletes, one a determined Jew, and the other a devout Christian who compete in the 1924 Olympics.
DVD Release Date: August 27, 1997
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June 5, 2009Unforgettable opening sequence. It always amazed me that a simple biopic about 2 runners could be so riveting. There's a fair bit of historical inaccuracy in it in the name of drama and politics, but the film certainly carrys you along. Who can forget, "They will run and not grow...( read more)
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August 2, 2008Excellent movie about faith, determination, and life. This is a movie that proves that a boat load of special effects and explosions aren't needed to make a great movie.
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January 19, 2008about a couple of hours of pride associated wanking yourself off for being british (if you're british). if you're not this probably won't interest you much at all. ian holm isn't quite as annoying as he sometimes can be which is a plus. there's not really much more you can say ab...( read more)
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October 1, 2007...And this beat Atlantic City, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Reds for Best Picture?
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November 11, 2009This is certainly one of the blandest of the best picture winners. It's a good story with fine acting, good production values, subtly directed. But it just isn't best picture material. The period detail and flavor is commendable.
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September 30, 2009This is a good film. I haven't seen this in years but I enjoyed it. The film is about two British track athletes going to compete in the 1924 Olympics. The film has very strong characters and a great story. A great cast in this. Plus a great soundtrack to this film. Well worth a ...( read more)
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October 23, 2004
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
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June 28, 2007Vangelis wrote the tune specially for the film - it's simply known as 'Theme from Chariots Of Fire'.
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