Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist (2014)

Name: Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2014
Duration: 96 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Nicola Amaducci, Evgeni Berzin, Romani Cenni, Sandro Donati, Greg LeMond

1h 36m United Kingdom

Documentary

Plot

Marco Pantani, the charismatic cycling icon, captivated fans in 1998 by winning both the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia—a rare achievement unmatched since. Hailed as a hero for revitalizing the sport amidst doping controversies, his life took a tragic turn. Just six years later, Pantani was found dead at 34 in a modest hotel room, a victim of acute cocaine poisoning after struggling with addiction for five years. This poignant narrative explores the internal and external conflicts faced by Pantani, showcasing his epic battles against the mountains, his addiction, and ultimately, his own demons.

Cast

Nicola Amaducci Evgeni Berzin Romani Cenni Sandro Donati Greg LeMond Paolo Pantani Tonina Pantani Roberto Pregnolato Matt Rendell Giuseppe Roncucci Vittorio Savini Pierguido Soprani Piotr Ugrumov Marco Velo Richard Williams