The Fall
“Two women, two lives, one collision course...”
Synopsis
The Fall tells the remarkable story of a South African barefoot runner, an American track-and-field prodigy, and the events behind one of the most memorable moments in sporting history – the 1984 LA Olympics. The film charts two journeys, from rural South Africa under apartheid and the rolling hills of Southern California, to the starting line of the women’s 3,000 metres. It uncovers a tale of betrayal and exploitation, of the blurred lines between politics, media and sport, and of the dedication and sacrifice required to compete at the highest level. It’s a story that split governments and divided nations, but at its heart is a tale of two young women who, despite the turmoil in their lives, just wanted to run.
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The Fall - Official UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-07-12
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- Director
- Daniel Gordon
- Original Score
- Tim Atack
- Original Title
- The Fall
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans, German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Hillside Pictures, Passion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Gordon
Tim Atack
Michael Timney
Matt Wyllie
Karen Emsley, John Battsek, Peter Weil, Celia Taylor
Department Leadership Roster
Karen Emsley
Producer
Daniel Gordon
Director
Tim Atack
Original Music Composer
Matt Wyllie
Editor
Michael Timney
Director of Photography
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International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fall
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What is The Fall about?
The Fall tells the remarkable story of a South African barefoot runner, an American track-and-field prodigy, and the events behind one of the most memorable moments in sporting history – the 1984 LA Olympics. The film charts two journeys, from rural South Africa under apartheid and the rolling hills of Southern California, to the starting line of the women’s 3,000 metres. It uncovers a tale of betrayal and exploitation, of the blurred lines between politics, media and sport, and of the dedication and sacrifice required to compete at the highest level. It’s a story that split governments and divided nations, but at its heart is a tale of two young women who, despite the turmoil in their lives, just wanted to run.
Who directed The Fall?
The Fall was directed by Daniel Gordon.
Who stars in The Fall?
The principal cast of The Fall includes Zola Budd, Mary Decker.
When was The Fall released and how long is it?
The Fall was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fall?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fall was composed by Tim Atack.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Fall?
The Fall holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).