The 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing China are now over but the inspirational performances witnessed this year will continue to live on in Olympic history. Hopes and dreams were realized by some while others watched their dreams slip through their fingertips by one one-hundredth of a second. It’s this very union of triumph and tragedy on the world stage that evokes powerful emotions in each of us.

Kleenex® Tissue created a 40-minute film that documents the finest moments in United States Olympic history. Host Paul Hochman sits with a number of U.S. athletes, families and fans on the Kleenex® blue sofa, armed with a box of Kleenex® tissues to share emotional and inspirational Olympic moments.

To watch the full video online, click here.