Tokyo Olympiad
Originally released in 1965. Tokyo Olympiad is a documentary film. directed by Kon Ichikawa. With a runtime of 2h 50m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Abebe Bikila, Ahmed Issa, and Yoshinori Sakai
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 20, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
2h 50m
170 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (49 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Tokyo Olympic Film Association
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
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-vaultin...
Who directed Tokyo Olympiad?
Tokyo Olympiad was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
How long is Tokyo Olympiad?
Tokyo Olympiad has a runtime of 2 hours and 50 minutes (170 minutes total).
When was Tokyo Olympiad released?
Tokyo Olympiad was released on March 20, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tokyo Olympiad?
The main cast of Tokyo Olympiad includes Abebe Bikila, Ahmed Issa, Yoshinori Sakai, Joe Frazier, Emperor Hirohito of Japan.