Drama · United States of America · 1969 · 1h 41m

Downhill Racer

Director

Cast

Robert Redford as David Chappellet Gene Hackman as Eugene Claire Camilla Sparv as Carole Stahl Karl Michael Vogler as Machet Jim McMullan as Johnny Creech Kathleen Crowley as American Newspaper Woman

Crew

Brian Probyn — Director of Photography Richard A. Harris — Editor Kenyon Hopkins — Original Music Composer James Salter — Writer Richard Gregson — Producer Edith Head — Costume Design

Tagline

How fast must a man go to get from where he's at?

Synopsis

An ambitious young skier, determined to break all existing records, is contemptuous of the teamwork advocated by the US coach when they go to Europe for the Olympics.

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Mood & Themes

based on novel or book sports olympic games switzerland narcissism oregon, usa teammate injury snow skiing ski resort skiing

Key Collaborators

Michael Ritchie Director Brian Probyn Director of Photography Richard A. Harris Editor Kenyon Hopkins Original Music Composer James Salter Writer Richard Gregson Producer Edith Head Costume Design

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