Chariots of Fire
Chariots of Fire is a British film released in 1981. Written by Colin Welland and directed by Hugh Hudson, and based on the true story of British athletes preparing for and competing in the 1924 Summer Olympics, the film was nominated for seven Academy Awards, and won four, including Best Picture. The title is taken from William Blake's poem The New Jerusalem
Filming locations
- West Sands Beach at St Andrews, Scotland (beach running scenes)
- Eton College (race around the quad)
- The Oval Sports Centre, Bebington, Merseyside, England (presented as 1924 Colombes Olympic Stadium)
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Plot |
| ► | Historical accuracy |
| ► | Miscellany |
| ► | Awards |
| ► | Cast and roles include |
| ► | Other crew |
| ► | Filming locations |
| ► | See also |
| ► | External links |
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