The Terry Fox Story is a biographical movie based on the life of Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who became famous for running across Canada on one leg to raise money for cancer research. Terry was diagnosed with bone cancer at the age of 18 and had his right leg amputated. He was determined to raise awareness about the disease and help find a cure.
In 1980, Terry decided to embark on a cross-country run called the Marathon of Hope. He started in St. John's, Newfoundland, and planned to run all the way to Vancouver, British Columbia, a distance of over 5,000 kilometers. He ran an average of 42 kilometers a day, with his prosthetic leg causing him constant pain and discomfort.
Throughout his journey, Terry's determination and courage inspired millions of Canadians. People lined the streets to cheer him on and donate to his cause. However, after running for 143 days and covering over 5,300 kilometers, Terry's cancer returned, and he was forced to stop his run.
Terry died in 1981 at the age of 22, but his legacy lived on. The Terry Fox Foundation was created to continue his fight against cancer and has raised over $800 million for cancer research. Terry's Marathon of Hope is now a yearly event in Canada, with millions of participants raising money for cancer research.
The Terry Fox Story, directed by Ralph Thomas and starring Eric Fryer as Terry Fox, was released in 1983 and is considered a classic Canadian film. It captures Terry's inspiring story and the impact he had on the country. The movie was a critical and commercial success and won several awards, including Best Picture at the Canadian Genie Awards. It continues to inspire people around the world to this day.
