Year: 1997
Runtime: 106 min
Language: English
Director: Steve James
Budget: $8M
This biopic tells the story of Steve Prefontaine, a gifted and often troubled track and field star. The film explores his intense focus on running, his struggles with fame, and his commitment to social activism. Through his relentless pursuit of excellence and dedication to his principles, Prefontaine leaves a powerful and enduring legacy, despite his untimely death in 1975.
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