Film

The Soul Is Greater Than the World

6.3

1h 45m

1985

Synopsis

A documentary about Swedish Discus champion Ricky Bruch as he prepares for the 1984 Olympics. The film highlights Bruch's obsessive behavior regarding his training and preparations. Facing difficulties with the Swedish Olympic Committee, Bruch is denied the right to compete in the Olympic Games. Bent on revenge, he trains like an animal and competes in smaller competitions, ultimately throwing his career-best 71.26 meters (233 feet, 9 inches). Proving to himself and the world that he is the greatest, Ricky's throw would have won the 1984 Olympics by nearly 5 meters.

Director

Stefan Jarl

Documentary

sportspsychologybiographydiscusolympic athlete

Cast & Crew

Ricky Bruch

as Himself

Rolf Danneberg

as Himself

Carl Fredrik Dymling

as Himself

Bo Hansson

as Himself

Gina Hemphill

as Herself

Gunnel Hettman

as Herself

Community0 Reviews

Write a Review

No community critiques yet.