9.79* (2012)

Review documentary 9.79

1988, Seoul, the 100 meter race at the Olympics. The 8 fastest men in the world will be competing against each other to get their hands on a gold medal. The clear favorite is Carl Lewis, but nothing is certain in this sport. It’s a race which is watched by millions of people around the world and within 10 seconds the winner is known. It is Ben Johnson with a new world record: 9.79. Only two days later Johnson is stripped from his gold medal after failing a post race drug test. This documentary takes a look at this race and those involved. Continue reading