7.7Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story · 1995
Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story (1995) is a Documentary film directed by Erich Lyttle, starring Steve Prefontaine, Phil Knight, Dana Carvey.
Documentary
7.7Overview
Pre embodied the spirit of athletic excellence. He had a belief in self and sport that transcended all but the outer reaches of human speed and endurance. As a freshman, he appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, which hailed him as "America's Distance Prodigy". By the time he died in a tragic auto accident at the age of 24, Pre held all 7 American records between 2,000 and 10,000 meters. Off the track, he fought relentlessly for the rights of amateur athletes to prosper for their sacrifices. Narrated by Ken Kesey, Fire On the Track is the story of this young lion's life, as told through rare footage and the memories of those who knew him best - his teammates, coaches, family and friends. Interviews include David Bedford, Frank Shorter, Ian Stewart, Bill Bowerman, Jeff Galloway, Dick Buerkle, Lasse Viren, Dana Carvey, Mac Wilkins, Kenny Moore, Dave Wottle, Alberto Salazar, and many more.
Cast
Steve Prefontaine, Phil Knight, Dana Carvey, Ken Kesey, Kenny Moore
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What is "Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story" about?
Pre embodied the spirit of athletic excellence. He had a belief in self and sport that transcended all but the outer reaches of human speed and endurance. As a freshman, he appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, which hailed him as "America's Distance Prodigy". By the time he died in a tragic auto accident at the age of 24, Pre held all 7 American records between 2,000 and 10,000 meters. Off the track, he fought relentlessly for the rights of amateur athletes to prosper for their sacrifices. Narrated by Ken Kesey, Fire On the Track is the story of this young lion's life, as told through rare footage and the memories of those who knew him best - his teammates, coaches, family and friends. Interviews include David Bedford, Frank Shorter, Ian Stewart, Bill Bowerman, Jeff Galloway, Dick Buerkle, Lasse Viren, Dana Carvey, Mac Wilkins, Kenny Moore, Dave Wottle, Alberto Salazar, and many more.
When was "Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story" released?
Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story was released in 1995.
Who stars in "Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story"?
The cast includes Steve Prefontaine, Phil Knight, Dana Carvey, Ken Kesey.
