Marion Jones: Press Pause
"Decisions are sprints. Redemption is a marathon."
Originally released in 2010. Marion Jones: Press Pause is a documentary film. directed by John Singleton. At just 53 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Few athletes in Olympic history have reached such heights and depths as Marion Jones. After starring at the University of North Carolina and winning gold at the 1997 and '99 World Track and Field Championships, her rise to the top culminated at the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney, Australia. There, she captivated the world with her beauty, style and athletic dominance, sprinting and jumping to three gold medals and two bronze. Eventually, though, her accomplishments and her reputation would be tarnished. For years, Jones denied the increasing speculation that she used performance-enhancing drugs. But in October 2007, she finally admitted what so many had long suspected -- that she had indeed used steroids. Jones was sentenced to six months in prison for lying to federal investigators and soon saw her Olympic achievements disqualified. Now a free woman, Jones is running in a new direction in life and taking time to reflect.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 2, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
0h 53m
53 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ESPN
- ESPN Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Jones: Press Pause about?
Few athletes in Olympic history have reached such heights and depths as Marion Jones. After starring at the University of North Carolina and winning gold at the 1997 and '99 World Track and Field C...
Who directed Marion Jones: Press Pause?
Marion Jones: Press Pause was directed by John Singleton.
How long is Marion Jones: Press Pause?
Marion Jones: Press Pause has a runtime of 0 hours and 53 minutes (53 minutes total).
When was Marion Jones: Press Pause released?
Marion Jones: Press Pause was released on November 2, 2010 in theaters.