Showing on the anniversary of the tragedy, Oscar-winning documentary, part of BBC2's Storyville strand, recounting the events of the Munich Olympics hostage crisis. On 5 September 1972, 12 Israeli athletes are taken hostage by Palestinian terrorists in Munich's Olympic village. As attempts at negotiation flounder, the authorities prepare to launch a rescue bid. But their efforts will lead to tragedy.
Widescreen.
(1999, 15) (S) (W)
Films: pp 50-55 ****
Barry Norman: page 44