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Race

2016, Movie, 2h 14min

Based on the story of Jesse Owens, the athlete whose quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler's vision of Aryan supremacy.

Country: Canada,Germany

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Reviews

Critic Jesse Hassenger

There is one prolonged moment where the film’s concerns with history and personality come together for genuine visual expression.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

Critic Odie Henderson

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The solid cast is rounded out with veteran actors including Jeremy Irons and William Hurt, both of whom elevate the material.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Nick De Semlyen

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...there’s plenty of good material here...

Read full review at Empire

Critic Marjorie Baumgarten

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As Owens, relative newcomer Stephan James delivers a stirring performance, and as his coach, comedian Jason Sudeikis turns in a solid and smirk-free performance.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Mike Mccahill

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...owes much to James’s lean, committed turn...

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Eva Af Geijerstam

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...man undgår inte att ryckas med. Inte minst av den berömda och dramatiska längdhoppsfinalen, då tysken Carl ”Luz” Long (David Kross) hjälpte Jesse Owens att klara sig till finalen efter två övertramp.

Read full review at Dagens Nyheter

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Race follows the inspiring true story of Jesse Owens, the African American athlete who shattered Hitler's Aryan supremacy myth at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Despite facing discrimination at home and abroad, Jesse, with the help of his coach Larry Snyder, breaks records and wins four gold medals, cementing his legacy as a sports hero. Amidst the racial tensions and political turmoil of the time, Jesse's triumphant journey becomes a powerful symbol of hope and equality. The film includes dramatic moments such as Jesse's confrontation with Adolf Hitler and his decision to compete despite Nazi Germany's oppressive policies. With standout performances from its cast, Race is an emotional and thought-provoking biopic that celebrates the indomitable spirit of a remarkable athlete who changed history.