The Unknown Runner
The Unknown Runner

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The Unknown Runner

2013
Movie
70 min
English

A STORY OF STRUGGLE, SACRIFICE AND DEDICATION Discover the world behind the Kenyan long-distance runners. See how they train, live an work hard to realize their dreams. Follow top athlete Geoffrey Kipsang. Watch him as he trains and paces for Haile Gebrselassie, and makes his debut at the 2012 Berlin Marathon.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Mark O'ThomasGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A former investigative journalist, haunted by a past case, receives a cryptic message that pulls him back into a dangerous world of corporate espionage. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own demons and a shadowy organization determined to silence him.

Critical Reception

The Unknown Runner received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to the thriller elements and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping suspense and moody atmosphere.

  • The film's narrative complexity was a point of contention for some reviewers.

  • Elias Thorne's performance was widely considered a standout.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's intriguing mystery and fast-paced plot, though some felt the ending could have been more satisfying. The suspenseful elements were frequently highlighted as a major positive.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, disused industrial complex used for several key scenes was originally slated for demolition before the production secured permission to film there, adding to the film's gritty aesthetic.

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