On this day, November 4, 1983, Running Brave, directed by D. S. Everett, premiered in theaters. Starring Robby Benson, Pat Hingle, Claudia Cron, and Jeff McCracken, the film tells the inspiring true story of Billy Mills, a Native American runner who overcame obstacles to win the 10,000-meter race at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Despite its modest box office earnings of $3 million against an $8 million budget, Running Brave became known for its uplifting message and portrayal of resilience.
Who remembers Running Brave? Did Billy Mills’s story inspire you?
Who remembers Running Brave? Did Billy Mills’s story inspire you?