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The Olympic Champ( 1942)

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Goofy demonstrates Olympic events to the narration of their history.

Overview

A narrator explains the history of the Olympic Games while Goofy demonstrates events.

    Top Billed Cast

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      George Johnson

      Goofy (voice) (uncredited)

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      John McLeish

      Narrator (voice) (uncredited)

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    A review by CinemaSerf

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    Written by CinemaSerf on Fri Feb 09 2024
    "2716 years ago, was born an institution known as the Olympic Games". That's where we begin with a narration that illustrates the evolution of successive Olympiads - all helped along by "Goofy" who is clearly having difficulty keeping the flame burning. We start with running - sprinting to marathon running then the rather curious sport that is the "walk" - more of a dance; hurdling (or tripping over them); pole vaulting explains the principles of apexes of vertical lifts and arcs whilst inspiring some Tennyson from John McLeish. High jump; dizzying hammer throwing - don't forget to let go; then...

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

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    Revenue

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    Keywords

    • short film