Synopsis

This impressionistic portrait of the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics pays as much attention to the crowds and workers as it does to the actual competitive events. Highlights include an epic pole-vaulting match between West Germany and America, and the final marathon race through Tokyo's streets. Two athletes are highlighted: Ethiopian marathon runner Abebe Bikila, who receives his second gold medal, and runner Ahamed Isa from Chad, representing a country younger than he is.

Jan 10, 2024 at 01:33 PM

Original title: 東京オリンピック

Released: Mar 20, 1965

Studios: Tokyo Olympic Film Association, TOHO

Countries: Japan