Icarus

Plot

While investigating the furtive world of illegal doping in sports, director Bryan Fogel connects with renegade Russian scientist Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov—a pillar of his country’s “anti-doping” program. Over dozens of Skype calls, urine samples, and badly administered hormone injections, Fogel and Rodchenkov grow closer despite shocking allegations that place Rodchenkov at the center of Russia’s state-sponsored Olympic doping program.

Why watch

"Icarus" is a riveting exploration of the dark underbelly of sports, where ambition collides with ethics, revealing the shocking truth behind state-sponsored doping. This documentary not only captivates with its tense narrative but also invites viewers to reflect on the moral complexities of competition and integrity.

Cultural context

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