Tokyo Olympiad (1965)
Original title: 東京オリンピック
Tokyo Olympiad is a 1965 Japanese-language documentary movie directed by Kon Ichikawa, with a running time of 2h 50m. It stars Abebe Bikila, Ahmed Issa and Yoshinori Sakai.
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.
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What is Tokyo Olympiad about?
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.
When was Tokyo Olympiad released?
Tokyo Olympiad was released on 20 March 1965.
How long is Tokyo Olympiad?
Tokyo Olympiad runs 2h 50m.
Who made Tokyo Olympiad?
Tokyo Olympiad was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
Where can I watch Tokyo Olympiad?
Tokyo Olympiad is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch Tokyo Olympiad
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Rent: Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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