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199873 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10

Biker Dreams

199873 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10

More than 500,000 bikers gathered in Sturgis, South Dakota, for the annual motorcycle rally in 1996, challenging common stereotypes about riders.

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More than 500,000 bikers gathered in Sturgis, South Dakota, for the annual motorcycle rally in 1996, challenging common stereotypes about riders.

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Adam Bermandirector

'Liddo' Jim Cornettcast

'Scorpio' Cornettcast

Alex Landescast

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At the 1996 Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota, a diverse group of riders gathers to celebrate their passion for motorbikes. Among them are Alex and Martin, a middle-aged couple excited to attend the festival, and Ilene, who comes from a family of bikers. The film also features "Liddo" Jim, the leader of the Resurrection Motorcycle Club. Through their stories, the documentary presents a different view of motorcycle culture, challenging common stereotypes associated with bikers.

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