Mexican former Olympic swimmer Alberto Isaac's film celebrates individual heroism, not national achievement. The movie is full of offbeat moments, including underwater shots of water polo matches showing violence and cheating. It also features iconic images, such as Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the winners' podium, their heads bowed and fists raised in a powerful black power gesture.
The Olympics in Mexico
The film "Mexico 68" is a tribute to the bravery and perseverance of a single athlete, focusing on their personal story rather than the nation's achievements.
