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The Olympics in Mexico

Olimpiada en México

Synopsis

Documentary about the XIX Olympic Games in Mexico City in 1968. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment in 1999.

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México 1968 Olympics. Men Relay 4x400. México 1968 Juegos Olímpicos. Relevo masc.avi

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-08-14

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 1, 1970

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Alberto Isaac
Screenplay & Story
Alberto Isaac, Fernando Macotela
Original Score
Joaquín Gutiérrez Heras
Original Title
Olimpiada en México
Country of Origin
Mexico
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
2h 40m
Production Studios
The Organizing Committee of the Games of the XIX Olympiad, Comité Olímpico Mexicano

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Alberto Isaac

Screenplay & Story

Alberto Isaac, Fernando Macotela

Original Score & Music

Joaquín Gutiérrez Heras

Film Editing

Carlos Savage, Alberto Valenzuela, Rafael Ceballos

Producers

Federico Amérigo

Department Leadership Roster

Alberto Isaac

Alberto Isaac

Director

Carlos Savage

Editor

Alberto Valenzuela

Editor

Rafael Ceballos

Editor

Alberto Isaac

Alberto Isaac

Writer

Eufemio Rivera

Editor

Sigfrido García

Editor

Reynaldo P. Portillo

Editor

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Olympics in Mexico

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Olympics in Mexico about?

Documentary about the XIX Olympic Games in Mexico City in 1968. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment in 1999.

Who directed The Olympics in Mexico?

The Olympics in Mexico was directed by Alberto Isaac.

Who stars in The Olympics in Mexico?

The principal cast of The Olympics in Mexico includes Enrique Lizalde, Roberto Morales, Gustavo Díaz Ordaz.

When was The Olympics in Mexico released and how long is it?

The Olympics in Mexico was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 2h 40m.

Who composed the musical score for The Olympics in Mexico?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Olympics in Mexico was composed by Joaquín Gutiérrez Heras.