High jump

United States, 1947

Film
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Episode of Series “The United world track and field series”.
Instructional film which takes us through an in-depth examination of high jump technique. Use of slow-motion and still camerawork of champion high-jumpers allows detailed explanation of correct running approach, the proper method of lifting and rolling at the bar and correct landing. Some common faults are pointed out and advice is given on how best to achieve optimal performance.

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Credits

co-director

Edmund Dorfmann

Harold Young

producer

Edmund Dorfmann

production company

United States Olympic Association

United World Films

Duration

00:10:38:00

Production places
United States
Production dates
1947

Appears in

The United world track and field series

Group of items

The United world track and field series

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Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

314044

Language

English

Subject categories

Educational & Instructional

Educational & Instructional → Instructional

Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Athletics

Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Coaching

Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Jumping

Short films

Short films → Short films - United States

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Black and White

Holdings

16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)

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