Review of Salute (1999) by Neil W — 15 Oct 2015

A story about an incredibly decent man...

This review of Salute (1999) was written by Neil W on 15 Oct 2015.

Salute has generally received positive reviews.

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By Carly J (41) on 13 Jan 2009

A simple raising of a clenched fist, a silent and momentary protest by two men that became the most enduring image in the history of the modern…

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By Ivan C (218) on 11 Jul 2012

This film opens the door on Peter Norman, the Australian 200m silver medal winner in Mexico who, because of his support for tommie smith and…

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By Shaun K L (108) on 07 Jan 2011

This was a big part of Australian and American history I was unaware of, I'd seen the famous picture before and knew it was a black power statement…

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By Andrew C (1,943) on 08 Jul 2012

A moving and fascinating piece of Olympic history that I'm sure the Olympic committee would rather it wasn't mentioned again, especially after…

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By Ryan G (1,232) on 31 Jul 2008

A fitting tribute to the greatest sprinter Australia has ever seen…

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By Jason K (1,459) on 09 Oct 2008

Who wouldve thought that an aussie was right at the epicentre of this huge protest! awesome story…

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By Cam B (83) on 10 Jul 2009

A good insight into both the race itself, the politics of the time, and the influence of the Salute on the lives of the three men on the dais…

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By Jonathan B (2,317) on 10 Mar 2013

Fascinating stuff, a bit rough around the edges production wise, but Matt Norman's tribute to his father is a captivating watch…

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By Jennifer Tate (101) for ViewLondon (2,339) on 10 Jul 2012

Fascinating, well constructed and extremely moving…

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By Cécile M (7) on 22 Mar 2009

Reveals so much about a moment that is so well known…

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