The Gold and the Glory

1984 PG 1h 53m 5.7

A young Australian man sets out to prove himself, leaving behind his ballerina girlfriend to train for the Coolangatta Gold triathlon, a race once almost won by his father.

Steve Lucas is a nineteen year old who is filled with the burning resentment of being forced to live in his brother's shadow. His brother Adam, is burdened by his father's desire for glory, and must win The Coolangatta Gold Tri-Aquathon, It is the greatest endurance test of them all: a marathon involving a 20 kilometer beach run, 6 kilometer swim and a 17 kilometer surf ski from Surfers Paradise along the golden arc of beach to Coolangatta and back to the start. The Coolangatta Gold is a story of human endeavor and endurance against overwhelming odds.

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Info about The Gold and the Glory

Studio(s): Michael Edgley International, Noble Entertainment Group

Originally Released: Nov 22, 1984

Production Country: Australia

Budget: $5,600,000.00

Genres: Drama, Sport