FILMS ON TOUR 2019
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to roam a human-free world? A world without the trappings of man-made beliefs, devoid of disconnected thoughts! What would this strange landscape look like...? Would it be strange at all...? Would it echo the call of nature as if cavernous and infinite, or would it lay silent and still with only the sound of your foot steps murmuring your experiences? One can only imagine the freedom, an untethered escape to a place where night and day are only subjective limitations of the mind. Where the commune with nature is as mystical as the day of creation, and the understanding of one's self is a deeply satisfying deluge of emotion. Have you ever wondered?
Presenting four richly unique films, the 8th edition of the world tour sets out to highlight the lives of some of trail and ultra running's most prominent characters, and in the process, sharing not only their deep connection with their local community, but also the challenges they face as they continue to pursue a life guided by the trails.
Presenting four richly unique films, the 8th edition of the world tour sets out to highlight the lives of some of trail and ultra running's most prominent characters, and in the process, sharing not only their deep connection with their local community, but also the challenges they face as they continue to pursue a life guided by the trails.
Coming Home - Ag Teacht Abhaile
Runtime: 24 minutes Directed by: Ryan Scura + Dylan Ladds Produced by: Dooster Language: English (with a heavy Irish accent at times) Country of origin: USA + Ireland Paddy O'Leary grew up in Wexford, Ireland, but didn't discover his love and talent for running until he moved to San Francisco. Now, he is returning to Ireland to take on the fastest known time on the self-navigated 115 kilometer Wicklow Round, and to rediscover his home through the lens of running. |
Frosty
Runtime: 18 minutes Directed by: James Q Martin Produced by: Merrell / Q Media Language: English Country of origin: USA + New Zealand On the surface, Anna Frost looks like a competition-driven elite ultra runner having won some of the hardest races in her sport. One would probably think the desire to win is what drives Anna to trail run. To her, trail running is a gateway to connection. Connection to nature. Connection to community. And ultimately, connection to the self. The film will get viewers stoked to learn more about the fabled, “Frosty” yet she is about to go through the hardest challenge of her life, Motherhood. |
Human Powered
Runtime: 24 minutes Directed by: Matt Cecil Produced by: Matt Cecil Visuals Language: English Country of origin: Canada Every year, trail runners from around the world line up to test themselves at the grueling Finlayson Arm 100km on Vancouver Island. Human Powered looks beyond the finish line, into the community of dedicated volunteers who bring this event to life. |
LEADMAN - The Dave Mackey Story
Runtime: 24 minutes Directed by: Billy Yang + Matt Trappe Produced by: Nine Mind / Billy Yang Films Language: English Country of origin: USA Former Ultrarunner of the Year, Dave Mackey was revered for his toughness well before May of 2015. After a serious trail running accident lead him down a difficult road to recovery, he is back and taking on one of the most grueling tests of endurance, the Leadman — 5 events spanning just 2 months, with the legendary Leadville 100 Mile Ultramarathon as the grand finale. |