Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008 (2008)
This official history celebrates an incredible century of cycling, from the early flickering images of the 1903 winner, Maurice Garin, to the amazing scenes which greeted Lance Armstrong's fifth straight victory in 2003. As well as the triumphs we also explore the tragedies and controversies associated with the Tour, amongst them the death of two-time winner Octavia Bottachia, reputedly murdered by fascists, the death of Tommy Simpson on the Ventoux in 1967 and Fabio Casartelli's death in 1995.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: December 31, 2008
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008 about?
- This official history celebrates an incredible century of cycling, from the early flickering images of the 1903 winner, Maurice Garin, to the amazing scenes which greeted Lance Armstrong's fifth straight victory in 2003. As well as the triumphs we also explore the tragedies and controversies associated with the Tour, amongst them the death of two-time winner Octavia Bottachia, reputedly murdered by fascists, the death of Tommy Simpson on the Ventoux in 1967 and Fabio Casartelli's death in 1995.
- Who stars in Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008?
- Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008 stars Phil Liggett.
- How long is Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008?
- Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008 has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008?
- Le Tour De France The Official History 1903-2008 is a Documentary film.