(2013-06-19 00:14:21)

Run Billy Run

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) This movie is based on the true story of Billy Mills who left his reservation to attend college, became a star runner, but had trouble fitting in. Eventually he went on to win Olympic gold. This movie is a good addition for your collection of running movies out there for any runner.

(2013-06-18 10:25:05)

Charming Bio Pic especially for Running Fans

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) Billy Mills' inspiring story is nicely told in this no-frills DVD version (not a great transfer FYI). The writing and acting border on the "Movie of the Week" genre, but the real appeal --especially for running enthusiasts-- will be the running sequences. Robby Benson gives a very charming, earnest performance as Mills and is completely convincing as a runner, too.While it may not hold the interest of some audiences, it is definitely a nice one to add to your collection of films if you are a sports/running fan.

(2013-06-18 09:07:14)

Running Brave - VHS

The VHS tape arrived quickly and in the condition I expected. I'd order again from this company. I was very happy to find a copy of this movie.

(2013-06-18 01:57:09)

A great tribute to a true American hero

A hero few people know about, I was happy to update my collection to include "Running Brave" on CD. If you love true stories about victories of the underdog and a love story that endures today, the story of Billy and Pat Mills is one of the best. People have ignored Indian America choosing only to wrap themselves in the illusions of Hollywood's 19th century versions. They've missed so many of our contemporary hero's and Billy is one of the best. True to his Oglala Sioux culture, this wasn't just his victory, he used his amazing victory that day in Tokyo when he became the ONLY American to win the Olympic Gold Medal for the 10K, to not only be an inspiration to his people but a loyal advocate for the immediate and long-term well-being of his people. They're just aren't enough stars to rate this film.

(2013-06-17 06:23:27)

Wonderful!

Watch this movie once and, over the years, you will watch it again and again. I'm sure even the great Billy Mays himself has been, and continues to be, touched by such a cinematic tribute.

(2013-06-16 18:41:15)

Great old show.

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) This is an old show I remember watching as a child. I loved it then and it's still pretty good after all these years. Nothing in the way of extras on this DVD.

(2013-06-16 16:33:56)

LOCAL LAD MAKES GOOD

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) I always enjoy the surprising, unexpected finishes in sports, and this tale is particularly exciting because it is true, and no one expected Sioux Indian Billy Mills to go all the way and win the Olympic Gold Medal in Tokyo. From obscurity to winning a gold medal in the 10,000 meter race, to joining the USMC, to becoming a motivational speaker and then an author, Billy beats the odds of growing up on a Reservation in an environment of drop-outs, despair and alcoholism. A fine movie - a wonderful story.

(2013-06-16 07:09:42)

Nice running flick

Got this to remind me of my days running cross country in university. We'd often have to go on loooooonnnnnnggggg bus trips to races, and this movie got played quite a bit. Inspirational movie, though nothing that's going to win an Academy Award. Great story though.Probably best for those into sports/running.

(2013-06-12 15:06:31)

Not the Best Portrayal,where are you Buddy Edelen?

Billy Mills was an inspiration to many of us distance runners, there is no disputing this. This movie however tended to dwell too much on his being part Native American. Do we really need to hear a reporter say, " Billy, did you lose the race because you are an Indian?" Other moments in the the film are at best laughable: Billy's girlfriend says- "I've never been to a track meet before"- when they are at a Cross Country Meet! Finally look closely at the infield of the track at the '64 Olympics which were held in Tokyo, you can see the yard markings from the football field where the movie was shot in Southern Cal. By the way, D.S. Everett did not allow his name to run in the credits because he was upset with decisions made by the producers.

(2013-06-12 03:10:09)

inspirational

excellent movie. truly one of the great untold stories of a remarkable american-indian athlete and the many adverse conditions he had to overcome. (billy mills is still the only american athlete who has one gold at the 10,000 meters at the olympic games). robby benson is remarkable in this movie.

(2013-06-08 19:08:46)

Running Brave

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) I first seen this when I was a kid and remembered that I really enjoyed the story of "Running Brave". There should be more movies about Native Americans. Also, I somewhat idolized Robby (Benson) due to his calm, honest personality that he portrayed in the movies.

(2013-06-08 09:19:14)

A life lived in courage

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) I agree with Mr. Turner, especially the comments about current track and field (lack of) coverage. I guess actually showing distance events is too much work from the comfy chairs. I just can't imagine breaking away from a football/baseball/basketball game at the beginning of the event only to return to show a clip of the finish. Aye, another argument for another day.I've got this movie in my treadmill rotation and have watched it several times now. This is definitely one of Benson's better movies, although I wonder if a native American could have been found to play the role. I guess it helped in that Mills was caught between two worlds, so Benson was something of his reverse character.Benson's running sequences are very good, that boy FAST. I wince when I see him looking over his shoulder so much, seeing him lose time with every glance as he twists himself around. 'It's a movie' I have to tell myself while thinking 'Stop doing that Mills!' at the same time.An inspiring tale, one that continues to be written in his deeds beyond the Olympic glory.If you are a runner, buy it. If you are not a runner, all the more reason to start after watching it.

(2013-06-08 16:21:23)

A Native America Hero

The beauty of sport is when an athlete overcomes great obstacles with courage and determination. This is what Billy Mills does and it's a story all Americans should know and treasure. The story of someone's life is very difficult to capture in a 90 minute video, but this movie portrays the circumstances and happenings of a great man and an inspiration. I watched that movie countless times, including the night before the state championship in cross country. I used to hear the drumming Sioux music from the races during my races. Running Brave became my movie and Billy Mills was my hero as I faced the uncertainty of adolescence and won the state championship.

(2013-06-08 07:27:08)

running brave

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) Just a great story,this a true story of billy mills of the sioux nation. if this movie doesn't move you then you need to find out whats wrong cause everything here is real and true. a true classic and should be watched by anyone who loves sports or not.

(2013-06-06 10:13:01)

Runnig Brave DVD

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) There are many running movies, but his one is very positive and uplifting. It is an older movie and Robbie Benson is great in it. Wish more movies were like this one.

(2013-06-05 20:16:33)

Heavily edited broadcast tv version

The 1983 thatrical release tells the true but much abridged story of Billy Mills, the Oglala Sioux who came from obscurity to win the 10,000 meter race in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The core of the movie focuses on Mills's stint as a student and runner at the University of Kansas,facing the overt racism of his teammates and the white community, and his personal conflict with his coach, played by Pat Hingle, over Mills's racing style. The racing scenes are some of the best on film (if you overlook the out of place football field at the Olympics), and "Running Brave" rises above the level of the other sports hero genre and other racing films. I have given this DVD a 1-star rating because it is NOT the theatrical release, but the version that was re-edited for broadcast TV. (The movie was released as PG. This version, as noted on the DVD box, is rated G.) Several key scenes have been deleted, watering-down or eliminating much of the conflict. This DVD uses a 4:3 (TV) aspect ration, not the theatrical widescreen presentation. Quality of the video transfer is very poor.

(2013-06-04 11:54:02)

It's OK

This movie is kind of cheesy but worth watching once. What is really cool is the vintage black and white film on youtube of Billy Mill's run in the Olympics...totally amazing run!!!

(2013-06-03 22:03:37)

Leonard Maltin isn't a runner

This review is from: Running Brave [VHS] (VHS Tape) I read the review by Leornard Maltin or whoever the critic they list is and figured I'd write to add my own two cents. If you're a distance runner then you'll definitely appreciate this movie. Mills' race in the Tokyo Olympics was one of the greatest races ever run, and a definite motivator for anyone who's ever been an underdog. If you're not a runner you may not appreciate it as much, although my family always sits down with me when I put this one in the VCR.

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(2013-06-02 16:51:19)

420th Review: Truly running brave

Based on the true story of Billy Mills, who went as an American Indian,in the 1950s on a running scholarship to college, then went on tobecome America's favorite runner, is one of the better inspirationalsports movies.Among the reservation you can spot actors who will appear in DancesWith Wolves, but the film is filled with good performances. The camerawork is slightly dated now, but it the running that shines. Shot as atime when jogging was America's national sport this is one of the bestrunning films out there - though not Chariots of Fire it does capturesomething of the spirit of cross-country and track.All in all, if social justice and / or sports are your thing thenyou'll love this - it really is a good watch.

(2013-06-02 08:10:19)

Great movie!

This review is from: Running Brave (DVD) I recomend that everyone watches this movie! It's a great story and the DVD shipping vas very prompt and it was in stellar condition! Very happy woth this item.