Fire from Olympia

Synopsis

Historical documentary that explores the origins of the modern Olympic Games. The film follows the progress of three athletes who visit sites of the ancient Olympics and attempt to recreate different Olympic techniques and disciplines. They also journey to England to take part in Robert Dover’s Olimpick Games and the Much Wenlock Olympian Games, both of which were 19th century forerunners of the modern Olympics. Among the extras included on the DVD is Miles’ documentary Daley Thompson’s Decathlon.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Year of production

2004

Subjects

Archaeology; History; Sports science

Keywords

Olympic Games; sports physiology; sporting events

Credits

Director

Christopher Miles

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 2 PAL

Price

£9.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

90 minutes

Year

2012

Distributor

Name

Elevation Sales

Email

generalenquiries@elevationsales.co.uk

Web

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Address

45-51 Whitfield Street
London
W1T 4HB

Notes

In 2007 the company was jointly acquired by Optimum Home Entertainment and Lionsgate UK.