The legendary American skier Buddy Werner and his impact on the world of ski racing, or the snow circus as it is called today, is presented in this film packed with details. Perhaps, more importantly, the film also tells the story of how one man's life inspired so many other people. The film mixes black and white photos, home movies and Olympic newsreel footage to illustrate the events. The picture is completed with some recent interviews including Buddy's coaches and team-mates.