To better understand the practices of the time, athletes keen on history train to reproduce ancient events, testing the athletes' actions in real conditions. They try running, discus and javelin throwing, long jumping, wrestling, pugilism or pankration - a combat sport -, but also chariot racing for two or four people. horses. These disciplines, most of which are found in the modern Games, had their specificities and their rules: surpassing oneself took precedence over performance, basketball had not seen the light of day, no running races. but a balance system using weights for the long jump... In order to better understand the configuration of the site, it is now possible to concretely visualize its different equipment thanks to new technologies. Supported by reconstructions and 3D computer-generated images, this documentary by Olivier Lemaître brings the lost wonders of Olympia back to life and offers viewers an immersion in the cradle of the Olympic Games.
Author: Olivier Lemaître