The Olympics movie poster

The Olympics

January 1, 1979 0h 17m

Originally released in 1979. The Olympics is a feature film. directed by Bogdan Dziworski. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

These striking observations of a skiing competition for children in Zakopane make, at the same time, a little treaty about growing up. Innocent play in snow soon changes into a true competition where only the best can win. Adults get involved in the rivalry between children forcing them to continue gruelling efforts. The sound of a ticking stopwatch is a perfect complement to the story. At the end of the film, one of the boys rebels and leaves the run. He is not interested in the world of adults yet.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1979 47 years ago
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Runtime 0h 17m 17 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Poland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Olympics about?

These striking observations of a skiing competition for children in Zakopane make, at the same time, a little treaty about growing up. Innocent play in snow soon changes into a true competition whe...

Who directed The Olympics?

The Olympics was directed by Bogdan Dziworski.

How long is The Olympics?

The Olympics has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).

When was The Olympics released?

The Olympics was released on January 1, 1979 in theaters.