Review of Prefontaine (1997) by Jessica X — 04 Oct 2010

Good sports movie. Pre-rock star Jared Leto...

This review of Prefontaine (1997) was written by Jessica X on 04 Oct 2010.

Prefontaine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Seth K (70) on 24 Jan 2010

Outstanding film! Definitely the most entertaining running film! One of the greatest sports films ever…

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Prefontaine is a thoroughly enjoyable movie, and that goes triple if you're a track fan…

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By Kenneth Turan (2,323) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 18 Mar 2017

Though it is always pleasant and agreeable, this film has the bland and undemanding texture that characterizes movies made for network TV…

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By Robert A (771) on 18 Feb 2011

While there seem to be many different opinions on weather or not the facts in the film are accurate, the fact remains that this was a fantastic…

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By Tonya V (143) on 16 Jun 2009

I have wanted to see this movie for sooo long! I'm so glad that I finally watched it. Pre was an amazing athlete…

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My Favorite Film Is 1941's Citizen Kane…

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By Elvis Mitchell (489) for The New York Times (9,847) on 14 Jun 2011

But even after the documentary affectation gives way to a more conventional narrative, the film has trouble ringing true…

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By Samantha C (308) on 08 Jun 2008

True story of Steve Prefontaine the determined somewhat arrogant Oregon long distance running legend…

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By Jd H (31) on 28 Jul 2008

Really good movie. Great acting, great screenplay. It even kept you at the edge of your seat for a few minutes…

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By Jack B (950) on 06 Nov 2010

An inspiring yet ultimately tragic story. Makes me want to get out and run a bit faster. Long live Struggles McGee…

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