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Robert Redford's character in 1969 film resonates with American ski racers
Robert Redford’s 1969 film Downhill Racer symbolizes the American downhill ski ethos and inspired multiple Olympic champions, highlighting the sport's Europe-centric challenges.
- Decades later, the film still resonates with U.S. downhillers, using gritty camerawork and on-location shooting at Kitzbühel and Wengen, actor Robert Redford said.
- Drawing on a book source, filmmakers placed the story on real slopes, and Michael Ritchie directed the adaptation from Oakley Hall's book, focusing on David Chappellet.
- Recruited to the set in less than two months, Jalbert played Tommy Erb, doubled for Redford, and lugged heavy camera gear in Wengen, Switzerland.
- U.S. ski teams screened the film as pre-race motivation in Wengen, and Rahlves linked it to his career success, saying it reflected his experience, on Saturday.
- Ryan Cochran-Siegle recalled seeing the film as a teenager, saying it cemented his desire to become a ski racer, reflecting its influence on U.S. downhillers.
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Robert Redford's character in 1969 film 'Downhill Racer' still resonates with American ski racers
David Chappellet, a fictional downhill racer played by Robert Redford in the 1969 film "Downhill Racer," continues to inspire skiers.
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