Running Brave (1983)

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Release Date: Nov 4, 1983 Wide

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In the case of this dramatized story about a Native American who thrilled the world when he won the 10,000 meter run in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the subject is far nobler than the script, the dialogue, and the acting. Billy Mills (Robby Benson), a member of the Sioux tribe from South Dakota, ran track at the University of Kansas under a hard-nosed coach and competed successfully for a spot in the Tokyo Olympics. His extraordinary feat of beating out a field of world-famous, championship runners

PG, 1 hr. 30 min.

Art House & International, Drama

Directed By: D.S. Everett , Donald Shebib

In Theaters: Nov 4, 1983 Wide

On DVD: May 31, 2005

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No one will mistake Running Brave for a great work of art, but it's an overlooked film that young people should see.

September 1, 2002 Full Review Source: Old School Reviews

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A real Native person and mostly true story. Robby Benson in "red face" doesn't come across very well at all and a bad performance. Unfortunate that a real notable Native Americans life story is marred by Hollywood and bad acting.

May 22, 2007