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Alex (1993)

It is New Zealand 1959. Teen swimmer Alex Archer has to battle set backs, intense rivalry and personal tragedy in her bid to win selection for the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome.

Released May 7, 1993 93 min None+

Genres: Drama, Sport

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Production Companies: Total Film & Television, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, Australian Film Finance Corporation

Country: Australia
Languages: English

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Runtime: 93 min.
Released: May 7, 1993
Status: Released
Certification: NR

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