The Long Run
Originally released in 2001. The Long Run is a drama film. directed by Jean Stewart.
Starring Armin Mueller-Stahl, Nthati Moshesh, and Paterson Joseph
Synopsis
A failed track coach finally finds someone who he believes has what it takes to win. The Comrades Marathon is a 90-k race in South Africa. An aging running coach, Barry, wants to field a winner; he's working with four men from a factory, but when he's fired to make way for a smooth, corporate type, he's at loose ends. Then he sees Christine, a Namibian immigrant who runs to forget her troubles. He offers to coach her and soon she's living at his house, following his diet and training regimen. But his single-mindedness gets to her: she wants a job and a place of her own. Plus, the man who replaced Barry likes her and wants her away from Barry. Can runner and coach (woman and man, African and European) sort out their complex relationship before the race? Written by
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 4, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
South Africa
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Distant Horizon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Long Run about?
A failed track coach finally finds someone who he believes has what it takes to win. The Comrades Marathon is a 90-k race in South Africa. An aging running coach, Barry, wants to field a winner; he...
Who directed The Long Run?
The Long Run was directed by Jean Stewart.
How long is The Long Run?
The Long Run has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Long Run released?
The Long Run was released on May 4, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Long Run?
The main cast of The Long Run includes Armin Mueller-Stahl, Nthati Moshesh, Paterson Joseph, Seputla Sebogodi, Desmond Dube.