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Icarus (2017)

"Truth is the new banned substance."

7.720172h 1mEN
Documentary

Directed by Bryan Fogel

Rating

7.7/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

EN

Release

June 3, 2017

Director

Bryan Fogel

Official Trailer

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Overview

While investigating the furtive world of illegal doping in sports, director Bryan Fogel connects with renegade Russian scientist Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov—a pillar of his country’s “anti-doping” program. Over dozens of Skype calls, urine samples, and badly administered hormone injections, Fogel and Rod...

Cast

Bryan Fogel

Bryan Fogel

Self

Dave Zabriskie

Dave Zabriskie

Self

Don Catlin

Don Catlin

Self

Grigory Rodchenkov

Grigory Rodchenkov

Self

Scott Brandt

Scott Brandt

Self

Ben Stone

Ben Stone

Self

Richard Pound

Richard Pound

Self

Richard McLaren

Richard McLaren

Self

Nikita Kamaev

Nikita Kamaev

Self (archive footage)

Thomas Bach

Thomas Bach

Self (archive footage)

Sebastian Coe

Sebastian Coe

Self (archive footage)

Vitaliy Mutko

Vitaliy Mutko

Self (archive footage)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Icarus (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

While investigating the furtive world of illegal doping in sports, director Bryan Fogel connects with renegade Russian scientist Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov—a pillar of his country’s “anti-doping” program. Over dozens of Skype calls, urine samples, and badly administered hormone injections, Fogel and Rodchenkov grow closer despite shocking allegations that place Rodchenkov at the center of Russia’s state-sponsored Olympic doping program.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Icarus. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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