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Museum of Sport and Tourism: Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games 50th Anniversary Film Screenings

Explore captivating documentaries reflecting on the historic 1964 Tokyo Olympics and its enduring legacy.

The Museum of Sport and Tourism hosted a special film screening to mark the 50th anniversary of the XVIII Olympic Games in Tokyo 1964. This event showcased significant documentaries, including 'Diary from Tokyo,' 'Tokyo Olympiad,' and 'Věra 68.' Visitors could delve into the rich history of the games and participating athletes through these compelling cinematic works.

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Exhibition summary

This event commemorates the 50th anniversary of the XVIII Olympic Games in Tokyo 1964 with a special screening of documentaries and films. The program includes 'Diary from Tokyo,' 'Tokyo Olympiad,' and 'Věra 68,' offering a retrospective look at the games and participating athletes. The screenings were held on October 18, 2014, with free admission.

Curatorial context

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the XVIII Olympic Games held in Tokyo in 1964, the Museum of Sport and Tourism hosted a special film screening event on Saturday, October 18, 2014. The program aimed to showcase Polish participation and the broader significance of these historical games through documentary cinema. The curated selection included "Pamiętnik z Tokio" (Diary from Tokyo), an 80-minute film commissioned by the Polish Olympic Committee, documenting the Polish athletes' journey in the 1964 Olympics. This was followed by the acclaimed "Tokyo Olympiad," a 170-minute film from 1965 directed by Kon Ichikawa, known for its artistic portrayal of the Games. The event also featured "Věra 68," a 90-minute biographical film by Olga Sommerová, focusing on the career of Czech gymnast Věra Čáslavská. The screenings were part of the Year of Exchange of the Visegrad Group with Japan (V4+Japan 2014) and were offered with free admission.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to the film screenings on October 18, 2014, was free of charge. The page does not mention any specific ticketing requirements beyond free entry for this event.

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Museum of Sport and Tourism
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Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 18, 2014 – Oct 18, 2014
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