Review of Prefontaine (1997) by Wesley G — 25 Jul 2007

An awesome movie about a real life legend.

This review of Prefontaine (1997) was written by Wesley G on 25 Jul 2007.

Prefontaine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ryan R (1,135) on 14 Sep 2010

Leto does a good job pretending to be the egotistical, self centered, competitive man that was Steve Prefontaine on screen…

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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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By Peter L (735) on 09 Nov 2009

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By Knox M (462) on 07 Jun 2016

Got me running soon after watching with new found inspiration. I love it…

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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 Jessica X (65) on 04 Oct 2010

Good sports movie. Pre-rock star Jared Leto…

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By Dave H (814) on 19 Dec 2008

I don't think it is going to far to say that this is the best movie about running ever made. Very inspirational…

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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 Mike N (816) on 14 Sep 2010

The movie about running legend could have been, Prefontaine. Itll inspire you to run harder…

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