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Bicycle is a documentary film directed by Michael B. Clifford in 2014. It traces the history and culture of bicycles in Great Britain, examining their origins and evolution to the present day. The film features conversations with historians, designers, Olympic athletes, and youth, providing a comprehensive look at how bicycles have influenced British culture.
The documentary received praise from critics and cycling organizations, including the London Cycling Campaign. It presents a humorous perspective on cycling, covering its Victorian origins and modern-day popularity, with contributions from notable figures such as Sir Dave Brailsford and Chris Boardman. Cycling UK recognized it as one of the top 10 cycling films in 2016, highlighting its unique British perspective on the impact of bicycles.
Why Watch
- •Meet Olympic athletes like Sir Chris Hoy and Sir Dave Brailsford.
- •Find out about cycling's Victorian origins in Britain.
- •See a humorous take on modern cycling culture.
Did You Know
•The film features contributions from Olympic athletes like Sir Chris Hoy.
•Bicycle was released in 2014 and has a runtime of 90 minutes.
•Cycling UK listed it as one of their top 10 cycling films in 2016.
•Michael B. Clifford stated it was the right time to make the film due to the current state of cycling in the UK.
Perfect For
Cycling enthusiastsHistory buffsSports documentary fans