Movie

Faster Than Own Shadow

★ 7.5(2)19801h 31m

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Good to know

Director: Pavel Lyubimov
Release date: 1980-01-12
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: Russian
Status: Released
Country: Soviet Union
Studio: Gorky Film Studios

About Faster Than Own Shadow

Faster Than Own Shadow is a 1980 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Pavel Lyubimov, starring Anatoli Mateshko, Aleksandr Fatyushin and Sergey Rubeko. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Faster Than Own Shadow in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Petr Korolev is a metallurgical engineer and a runner member of the Soviet Union Olympic team. Thanks to his perseverance and willpower, he earned the right to participate in international competitions in athletics. During his preparation for the Moscow Olympic Games, an unforeseen event during a race caused his rival, a world record holder in long distance running Rolf Schmidt to leave the race. When realizing the accident, Korolev also leaves and helps Schmidt to get up. From that behavior is born his friendship with the rival runner. Korolev's consecration takes place right at the Olympic Games in Moscow, where he gets the gold medal, beating his world-record friend.

Cast

Anatoli Mateshko

Aleksandr Fatyushin

Sergey Rubeko

Elena Tsyplakova

Yuriy Dumchev

Aleksandr Abramov

водитель

Aleksey Vanin

Рольф Шмидт - спортсмен

Themes & keywords

sports

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Faster Than Own Shadow in Canada?+

Faster Than Own Shadow is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Faster Than Own Shadow on Netflix?+

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How long is Faster Than Own Shadow?+

Faster Than Own Shadow has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in Faster Than Own Shadow?+

Faster Than Own Shadow stars Anatoli Mateshko, Aleksandr Fatyushin, Sergey Rubeko, Elena Tsyplakova and Yuriy Dumchev.

When did Faster Than Own Shadow come out?+

Faster Than Own Shadow is a 1980 movie directed by Pavel Lyubimov.

What genre is Faster Than Own Shadow?+

Faster Than Own Shadow is Drama film.

Who directed Faster Than Own Shadow?+

Faster Than Own Shadow was directed by Pavel Lyubimov.