Running

Running

Year: 1979

Runtime: 102 mins

Language: English

Director: Steven Hilliard Stern

Drama

An Olympic‑hopeful marathon runner believes that winning will heal his troubled marriage and resolve personal issues. As he trains for the big race, he must find the courage to stay true to himself, confronting the pressures of competition and the strain on his relationships, learning that true success lies in authenticity.

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