The Soul Is Greater Than the World
A documentary about Swedish Discus champion Ricky Bruch as he prepares for the 1984 Olympics. The film highlights Bruch's obsessive behavior regarding his training and preparations. Facing difficulties with the Swedish Olympic Committee, Bruch is denied the right to compete in the Olympic Games. Bent on revenge, he trains like an animal and competes in smaller competitions, ultimately throwing his career-best 71.26 meters (233 feet, 9 inches). Proving to himself and the world that he is the greatest, Ricky's throw would have won the 1984 Olympics by nearly 5 meters.
Directed by Stefan Jarl
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Cast
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Ricky Bruch Himself - Rolf Danneberg Himself
- Carl Fredrik Dymling Himself
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Bosse Hansson Himself - Gina Hemphill Herself
- Gunnel Hettman Herself
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Hans Holmér Self
Make it a double feature
3h 27m together
The Soul Is Greater Than the World
A Respectable Life
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