Salute (2008)
Overview
The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played by Peter Norman, the white Australian on the podium who had run second — and the price paid afterward by all three athletes.
Where to watch Salute
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| New Zealand | — | — | Apple TV |
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What is Salute about?
The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played by Peter Norman, the white Australian on the podium who had run second — and the price paid afterward by all three athletes. Salute is a Documentary movie, released on 2008-07-17, runtime 120 minutes.
Is Salute worth watching?
TMDB users rate Salute 6.7 out of 10 from 11 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Salute?
In the United States, Salute can be rented from Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 2 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Matt Norman
Cast
- Christopher Kirby as Narrator
- Peter Norman as Self
- Tommie Smith as Self
- John Carlos as Self
- Payton Jordan as Self
- Larry Questad as Self
- Harry Edwards as Self
- Ray Weinberg as Self
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Sources
Details and the 6.7/10 rating from Salute on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.