471033
471033

Snows of Grenoble

1968-12-27
5.6
fr 91m
Documentary
Film about the 10th Olympic Games in Grenoble in 1968. Using a subjective camera, Ertaud and Languepin take the pulse of the Games, cutting out the eyes and slowing down the movement when necessary. The dominant figure at the Grenoble Winter Games is Frenchman Jean-Claude Killy, whose three gold medals matched Toni Sailer's 1956 feat. The filmmakers bet on his winning streak, and include commentary from him as he prepares for each race. Another athlete, Marielle Goitschel, is treated insightfully on screen and wins the women's slalom. Ice dancing fans will appreciate the coverage of winner Oleg Protopopov and his partner Ludmila Belousova. President Charles De Gaulle was present for the spectacular Opening Ceremony.

Assistant Director

Claude Gallot

Assistant Director

Francoise Legeay

Assistant Director

Marcel Boudou

Director

Jean-Jacques Languepin

Director

Jacques Ertaud

Music

Francis Lai

sports competition olympic games winter games french alps skiing grenoble

Status

Released

Countries

  • France

Companies

  • Office de Radiodiffusion Télévision Française
  • Les Films 13