If ANY film I have ever seen comes the closest to taking a sophisticated look at what most of the world would consider to be the spoiled-rotten, prima donna, mega-talented amateur athlete (I would add 'American', but I believe they would be like Redford's characterization even if they weren't), Michael Ritchie nails it. Way underrated. And it makes you wonder, especially with the poster pictured here, if the title's…
Top Cast
Robert Redford
David Chappellet
Gene Hackman
Eugene Claire
Camilla Sparv
Carole Stahl
Karl Michael Vogler
Machet
Jim McMullan
Johnny Creech
Kathleen Crowley
American Newspaper Woman
Dabney Coleman
Mayo
Kenneth Kirk
D.K.
Oren Stevens
Kipsmith
Jerry Dexter
Engel
Walter Stroud
Mr. Chappellet
Carole Carle
Lena
Rip McManus
Devore
Joe Jay Jalbert
Tommy Erb
Tom J. Kirk
Stiles
Harald Dietl
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_**The best (and only) major film about downhill ski racing**_ Robert Redford was in his prime as David Chappellet, a taciturn loner from Colorado, who competes with an underdog American team for Olympic gold in Europe. Gene Hackman co-stars as the coach who tries to temper Chappellet's narcissistic and reckless drive for glory. "Downhill Racer" came out late in 1969 hot on the heels of Redford's success with…
FAQ about Downhill Racer
What is Downhill Racer about?
An ambitious young skier, determined to break all existing records, is contemptuous of the teamwork advocated by the US coach when they go to Europe for the Olympics.
When was Downhill Racer released?
Downhill Racer was released in 1969.
What genres does Downhill Racer belong to?
Downhill Racer is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Downhill Racer?
The cast of Downhill Racer includes Robert Redford, Gene Hackman, Camilla Sparv, Karl Michael Vogler, Jim McMullan.