The High Life (1986)
In 1984 Scottish cyclist Robert Millar created a stir by winning the King of the Mountains jersey and finishing fourth overall in the Tour de France. In this unique film made in 1985 with the eyes of the UK on him, the camera records his feelings about the year, his performance and morale within the team. With flashbacks to his stage win in 1984, mixed with 1985 footage of the Tour, Vuelta and Worlds, the bike fan is treated to a behind the scenes view of life in the Peugeot team. Interviews with Millar and team mate Alan Peiper give a insight into bike racing politics at the time. Enjoy seeing some of the greats of the eighties: Kelly, LeMond, Roche, Hinault, Delgado, Yates and many more.
Director: Peter Carr
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 1, 1986
Cast
- Robert Millar - Self
- Philippa York - Self
- Bernard Hinault - Self
- Greg LeMond - Self
Music: Stevie Winwood
Production: Granada Television
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Peter Carr
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The High Life about?
- In 1984 Scottish cyclist Robert Millar created a stir by winning the King of the Mountains jersey and finishing fourth overall in the Tour de France. In this unique film made in 1985 with the eyes of the UK on him, the camera records his feelings about the year, his performance and morale within the team. With flashbacks to his stage win in 1984, mixed with 1985 footage of the Tour, Vuelta and Worlds, the bike fan is treated to a behind the scenes view of life in the Peugeot team. Interviews with Millar and team mate Alan Peiper give a insight into bike racing politics at the time. Enjoy seeing some of the greats of the eighties: Kelly, LeMond, Roche, Hinault, Delgado, Yates and many more.
- Who directed The High Life?
- The High Life was directed by Peter Carr.
- Who stars in The High Life?
- The High Life stars Robert Millar, Philippa York, Bernard Hinault, Greg LeMond.
- How long is The High Life?
- The High Life has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is The High Life?
- The High Life is a Documentary film.