The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

A rebellious young offender is sent to a reformatory after robbing a bakery. There, a governor notices his talent as a long-distance runner and encourages him to compete against a privileged school, while training gives the youth space to reflect on poverty, authority, and his uncertain future.

My take

You’ll like this if you enjoy gritty British social dramas such as Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, but Not for you if you prefer upbeat stories, polished heroes, or neatly explained conflicts.

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