Product Details

• Actors: Dick Beardsley, Ryan Bradley, Leah Caille, Deena Kastor, Jerry Meyers
• Directors: Jon Dunham
• Producers: Jon Dunham, Gwendolen Twist, Mark Jonathan Harris, Melissa Leggett
• Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
• Language: English
• Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Image Entertainment
• DVD Release Date: October 7, 2008
• Run Time: 104 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B001CIOCNU
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,892 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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Editorial Reviews

Product Description

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"!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, August 24, 2008

By	Kimberly C. Deakins "runner mom" (Knoxville, TN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!!!, September 30, 2008

By	Michael DENNISUK "cc coach" (trenton, michigan USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    (VINE VOICE)

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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!!!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chill inducing!, October 11, 2008

By	J. Schmitt "jehcekah2" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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!!