16 Days of Glory (1985)

Name: 16 Days of Glory
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1985
Duration: 285 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: David Perry, Caitlyn Jenner, Carl Lewis, Mary Lou Retton, Béla Károlyi

4h 45m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Capturing the essence of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, this documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of athletes and organizers through the evocative narration of David Perry, paired with the powerful vocals of Placido Domingo. Spanning from the exhilarating opening to the emotional closing ceremonies, it presents a distinctive perspective on the Olympic experience, revealing moments and stories that eluded television coverage. This in-depth photographic journey immerses viewers in the triumphs, challenges, and camaraderie that define the spirit of the Games.

Cast

David Perry Caitlyn Jenner Carl Lewis Mary Lou Retton Béla Károlyi Daley Thompson Jürgen Hingsen Edwin Moses Joan Benoit Samuelson Grete Waitz Yasuhiro Yamashita Rowdy Gaines Michael Groß Pierre Quinon Mike Tully