Salute
"The story behind the image"
Originally released in 2008. Salute is a documentary film. directed by Matt Norman. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Christopher Kirby, Peter Norman, and Tommie Smith
Synopsis
The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played by Peter Norman, the white Australian on the podium who had run second — and the price paid afterward by all three athletes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 17, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (9 votes)
Budget
$1.9M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,949,120
Production Companies
- Wingman Pictures
- The Actors Cafe
- Instinct Entertainment
- Film Victoria
- Australian Film Finance Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salute about?
The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played...
Who directed Salute?
Salute was directed by Matt Norman.
How long is Salute?
Salute has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Salute released?
Salute was released on July 17, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Salute?
The main cast of Salute includes Christopher Kirby, Peter Norman, Tommie Smith, John Carlos, Payton Jordan.