Spirit of Golf
“A quest for the essence of the ole Scotts game from Pebble Beach to St. Andrews”
Synopsis
In his new film, Spirit of Golf, photographer and documentary filmmaker Christopher Felver traces his personal 20-year odyssey in search of the essence of the “auld Scots game.” Inspired by Michael Murphy’s book, Golf in the Kingdom, he travels to many of golf’s historic, fabled courses: St Andrews, Pebble Beach, Augusta National, among others. He interviews many of the game’s great champions and more than a few colorful characters, who are asked the question, “What is the spirit of golf?” We hear from Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, the wonderfully unique Moe Norman, Kathy Whitworth and Nancy Lopez, and notable teachers such as David Leadbetter, “Butch” Harmon and commentators Herbert Warren Wind, Jack Whitaker, and Jim Nantz. All the answers are marvelously diverse, funny, and poetic… just like the game itself.
Top Cast
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Arnold Palmer
Self (archive footage)
Tiger Woods
Self
Jack Nicklaus
Self
Johnny Miller
Self
Moe Norman
Self (archive footage)
Kathy Whitworth
Self (archive footage)
Nancy Lopez
Self
David Leadbetter
Self
Butch Harmon
Self
Herbert Warren Wind
Self (archive footage)
Jack Whitaker
Self (archive footage)
Jim Nantz
Self
Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Self
Michael Murphy
Self
Bill Murray
Self
Dennis Hopper
Self (archive footage)
David Joy
Self
Juli Inkster
Self
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Felver
- Original Title
- Spirit of Golf
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Felver
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Felver
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Spirit of Golf.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spirit of Golf
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Spirit of Golf about?
In his new film, Spirit of Golf, photographer and documentary filmmaker Christopher Felver traces his personal 20-year odyssey in search of the essence of the “auld Scots game.” Inspired by Michael Murphy’s book, Golf in the Kingdom, he travels to many of golf’s historic, fabled courses: St Andrews, Pebble Beach, Augusta National, among others. He interviews many of the game’s great champions and more than a few colorful characters, who are asked the question, “What is the spirit of golf?” We hear from Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, the wonderfully unique Moe Norman, Kathy Whitworth and Nancy Lopez, and notable teachers such as David Leadbetter, “Butch” Harmon and commentators Herbert Warren Wind, Jack Whitaker, and Jim Nantz. All the answers are marvelously diverse, funny, and poetic… just like the game itself.
Who directed Spirit of Golf?
Spirit of Golf was directed by Christopher Felver.
Who stars in Spirit of Golf?
The principal cast of Spirit of Golf includes Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, Moe Norman.
When was Spirit of Golf released and how long is it?
Spirit of Golf was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.