Endurance

An Enduring Story
Endurance is not a movie about distance running. While many people, especially runners, would disagree with this statement, a critical look reveals a simple, multi-layered film that deals with the universal story of a hero overcoming hardships and obstacles to achieve a dream.

What makes Endurance most satisfying, however, is that this is no myth. Haile's life is shown from childhood to adulthood through the use of simple, stark images that vividly portray the elements that melded together a man of uncommon focus, faith, and yes, endurance. We understand the how's and why's of Haile's development without being didactically bludgeoned by the director.

The use of Haile and his family as actors lends not only a certain authenticity to the semi-documentary look but also adds an endearing naiveté to the performances. We see people who have actually lived the roles they are playing. And Bud Greenspan's scenes of the 1996 10,000m Olympic final are surely the best...

Inspiring true story
This is the story of Haile Gebreselassie, considered by many in distance running circles to be one of the best distance runners of all time. It does a great job of showing what life was really like for Geb as a child in Ethiopia and where the work ethic that took him to the top came from. Many people wonder why the Africans are so far ahead of the rest of the world in distance running. I think this shows that it is about the culture. Geb looked at Miritus Yifter, another Olympic gold medalist from Ethiopia, as a hero when he was a kid. He then took the work ethic instilled in him as a kid and used that to chase his dream of becoming Ethiopia's next hero.

Many runners were eagerly anticipating this release. However, I think it has a great story for everyone, whether you are the next Geb or you have never run a step. It is a true story of a man overcoming difficult circumstances to become the best in the world.

Real Runners Will Love This!
This is about the life of one of the best distance runners of all time! It is great because Haile Gebreselassie plays himself. Anyone who is serious about running will really enjoy this inspiring story. It is great for all ages. Since Haile plays himself, the acting is slow in some places. However, the clips of the 1996 Olympics 10,000m makes the entire movie worth it!

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