1966 · 0h 50m · History, TV Movie, Documentary
Genres: History, TV Movie, Documentary
The rise of National Socialism in Germany and Hitler’s anti-semitic policies and advocation of the superiority of the Aryan race resulted in several calls for a boycott of the games. Against this political backdrop, Jesse Owens’ haul of four gold medals is all the more significant.
Director: Bud Greenspan
Writers: Bud Greenspan
Cinematography: Michael Elliot