The world’s best long-distance runners hail from one small town in Ethiopia. See how they do it!Long distance running is a way of life in the Arsi region of Ethiopia. In a country long associated with poverty, famine and war, world-record-beating athletes are the source of pride. Many of the world’s greatest runners hail from Bekoji, a remote town in the southern Highlands. In the Beijing Olympics, runners from the Bekoji won all four gold medals in the long distance track events - more medals than most industrial countries.Funded by ITVs and Channel 4 Britdoc, 'Town... of Runners' is a feature documentary by an award-winning director Jerry Rothwell (Donor Unknown, Heavy Load) about the young athletes born and raised in Bekoji, who hope to emulate their local heroes and compete on the world’s stage. Filmed over four years, the film follows their fortunes as they move from school track to national competition and from childhood to adulthood. [show more]
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play. The world s best long-distance runners hail from one small town in Ethiopia. See how they do it! Long distance running is a way of life in the Arsi region of Ethiopia. In a country long associated with poverty, famine and war, world-record-beating athletes are the source of pride. Many of the world s greatest runners hail from Bekoji, a remote town in the southern Highlands. In the Beijing Olympics, runners from the Bekoji won all four gold medals in the long distance track events - more medals than most industrial countries. Funded by ITVS and Channel 4 Britdoc, TOWN OF RUNNERS is a feature documentary by an award-winning director Jerry Rothwell (Donor Unknown, Heavy Load) about the young athletes born and raised in Bekoji, who hope to emulate their local heroes and compete on the world s stage. Filmed over four years, the film follows their fortunes as they move from school track to national competition and from childhood to adulthood.
Documentary telling the story of two young girls from a small town in rural Ethiopia as they attempt to run their way into a different life. Narrated by their friend Biruk, the film follows their highs and lows over three years as they try to become professional athletes. By depicting their struggle, the film gives an insight into the ambitions of young Ethiopians and the delicate balance they tread between tradition and the modern world.
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