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Spirit of the Marathon is the first film to capture the passion, drama and essence of the famed 26.2-mile Chicago Marathon. Intimate, fascinating portraits of six runners from all walks of life unfold as the film follows seasoned athletes and amateurs alike in their preparation for the big race. See why the Los Angeles Times said "Even if you've never run for anything but a bus, you'll... get swept up in this movie's inspiring journey"!
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This movie is terrific. A great inspiration for runners or anyone considering running as a sport. Whether your goal is to run a 5K or a marathon, this movie will inspire you. I can not wait to purchase mine on October 7th!
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I saw this movie at the theatre. It was remarkably inspiring. I wanted to go out that night and run a marathon. The director does a beautiful job of weaving the stories of several runners who are training for the Chicago Marathon. He takes both elite runners and everyday middle of the pack runners. Many, many inspiring stories! I plan to own it and show it to my cross country kids. THIS IS A MUST SEE FOR ALL RUNNERS!!!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By J. Schmitt
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
My husband (who ran the 05 Chicago marathon) and I (a wanna-be runner) saw this at the 06 Chicago marathon/Chicago Film Festival. The audience was largely full of those running the marathon the next day. The atmosphere was electric as the movie began and throughout it did not disappoint. The story follows 2 elite runners, someone trying to qualify for Boston, 2 women running their first marathon and a master's runner trying to complete his fourth. Each person has such a compelling story from Deena Kastor who is attempting to win at Chicago to Leah, a woman who is trying to pick up the pieces from a divorce and gain back some physical fitness in the process.
The sweeping shots of stunning Chicago and chill inducing music make this an especially entertaining and inspiring movie. Whether you're a long time marathoner or a couch potato, you will find yourself identifying with at least one of the featured runners. You may even find that you're lacing up those running shoes and heading out yourself after watching!!
The sweeping shots of stunning Chicago and chill inducing music make this an especially entertaining and inspiring movie. Whether you're a long time marathoner or a couch potato, you will find yourself identifying with at least one of the featured runners. You may even find that you're lacing up those running shoes and heading out yourself after watching!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for runners
If you're a runner or thinking about beginning running, this is a great film. We laugh, we cry, we fail, and we succeed. One step in front of the last.
Published 2 days ago by Jason Bragg
4.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome!!!!! Def worth watching before, during, after training!!
Inspiring to see the different people go thru their journies training for Chicago. I felt like I was going thru their experience and found myself comparing my training and emotions... Read more
Published 2 days ago by mommyof4
5.0 out of 5 stars
Runners are awesome
This was such an inspiring documentary and really captures why this sport is so great. Especially touching in light of the Boston Marathon bombings!!!
Published 9 days ago by Julia A. Ivers
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiring!
As a new beginning runner I really enjoyed watching this movie. Born in Chicago I really dream of one day running the area thin...
Published 10 days ago by John
5.0 out of 5 stars
great inspiration
Loved it have seen it before so I had to buy it. The stories of other runners was very inspirational. Read more
Published 25 days ago by jeff
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiring
This documentary is very inspiring. After watching, I feel like participating for marathon. I have started practicing for sure. Read more
Published 27 days ago by shantanu
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!!!
Inspirational especially if you are training for a marathon yourself! I would recommend this to any runner also, any level.
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer Braman
4.0 out of 5 stars
Highly recommended
Every runner (no matter what running level) should own a copy of Spirit of the Marathon. Very enlightling, very motivating, and very inspirational!
Published 1 month ago by gracyscott
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Chicago Marathon Through the Eyes of the Competitors
If you are a runner, especially if you run or are contemplating running a marathon, this will be a favorite video. I am none of the above, but still enjoyed the show all the same. Read more
Published 1 month ago by kone
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiring
Watch it and it will make you lace up your running shoes and run! Even non-runners!! Even when it's freezing cold outside!!!
Published 2 months ago by Edgar C
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