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Raising the Bar: The Alma Richards Story

Raising the Bar: The Alma Richards Story (2025)

2025-04-30 · 103 min · Rating 8.20/10 (5 votes)

In 1908, eighth grader Alma Richards quits school to work as a ranch hand. A chance meeting with a professor motivates him to resume his education, leading him to compete in high jump at the Stockholm Olympics and win a gold medal.

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1900s 1910s 20th century based on true story drop-out family drama famous athlete gold medalist high jumper historical drama independent film inspiring story olympic games sports drama

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