Twice a year, Siena hosts the Palio di Siena, the oldest horse race in the world, where jockeys compete in a high-stakes contest of skill and strategy.
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Twice a year, Siena hosts the Palio di Siena, the oldest horse race in the world, where jockeys compete in a high-stakes contest of skill and strategy.
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Giovanni Atzeni, a jockey in Siena, Italy, prepares for the Palio di Siena, the world's oldest horse race, held twice a year. The competition pits rival jockeys against each other, with intense preparation and strategic alliances playing key roles. As the race approaches, the stakes rise, revealing the influence of bribery and negotiation in this historic event. Directed by Cosima Spender, the film captures the fervor and drama of this time-honored Italian tradition.
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The GuardianCosima Spender reveals the rivalry, cunning and dodgy dealings at the annual equestrian event in this handsome-looking documentary.
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Why Watch
- See the thrilling Palio di Siena horse race in action.
- Meet the passionate participants and their rivalries.
- Find out why critics called it 'Rocky on Horseback'.
Did You Know
- The Palio di Siena is the oldest continually run horse race in the world.
- The film won Best Editing for a Documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2015.
- On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a 95% approval rating based on 20 critics.
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Who directed the documentary Palio?
Palio was directed by Cosima Spender.
What is the approval rating of Palio on Rotten Tomatoes?
Palio has an approval rating of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 20 critics.
When did Palio premiere?
Palio premiered on 18 April 2015 during the Tribeca Film Festival.
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