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The Soul Is Greater Than the World (1985)

★ 6.5/10 105 min Documentary Sweden Swedish
Director: Stefan Jarl
Streaming: Not available

Description

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.

Top Cast

Ricky Bruch
Ricky Bruch Himself
Rolf Danneberg Himself
Carl Fredrik Dymling Himself
Bosse Hansson
Bosse Hansson Himself
Gina Hemphill Herself
Gunnel Hettman Herself

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