Salute(2008)
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Salute Synopsis
The black power salute by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico Olympics was an iconic moment in the US civil rights struggle. Far less known is the part in that episode in history played by Peter Norman, the white Australian on the podium who had run second — and the price paid afterward by all three athletes.
Salute (2008) is a documentary film directed by Matt Norman, released on July 17, 2008 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Christopher Kirby, Peter Norman, Tommie Smith and John Carlos. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Matt Norman
- Writers:
- Matt Norman
- Producers:
- Matt Norman, David Redman
- Cinematographer:
- Marty Smith
- Composer:
- David Hirschfelder
- Production:
- Wingman Pictures, The Actors Cafe, Instinct Entertainment, Film Victoria, Australian Film Finance Corporation
- Budget:
- $1,949,120
- Status:
- Released
Salute (2008) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Salute before you stream it.
Salute Cast & Crew
Main cast
Christopher Kirby
as Narrator
- Peter Norman
Peter Norman
as Self
Tommie Smith
as Self
John Carlos
as Self
- Payton Jordan
Payton Jordan
as Self
- Larry Questad
Larry Questad
as Self
Harry Edwards
as Self
- Ray Weinberg
Ray Weinberg
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Matt Norman, written by Matt Norman, produced by Matt Norman and David Redman.
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Salute Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 11 ratings.
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Salute – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Salute online?
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Salute (2008) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Salute?
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The main cast of Salute (2008) includes Christopher Kirby, Peter Norman, Tommie Smith, John Carlos and Payton Jordan. The film was directed by Matt Norman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Salute released?
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Salute was released on July 17, 2008 and runs for 2h.
Is Salute worth watching?
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Salute (2008) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Salute?
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Yes. The official Salute trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.