Deep Dive: Breaking 7 (2015)
Film Lens
Breaking 7 follows Alison Chow's pursuit of qualifying for the Olympics after her 2011 Berlin Marathon finish. With a time of 2 hours 49 minutes and 57 seconds, she fell short of the entry requirement by 7 minutes. This documentary captures her decision to leave a stable teaching job at nearly 30 years old to chase her dream of becoming an Olympic runner.
The film details Alison's experiences with her coach, friends, and family as she navigates the physical and emotional hurdles of training. It provides insight into her motivations and the support system that encourages her to push beyond her limits in the quest for Olympic qualification.
Why Watch
- •Follow Alison Chow's Olympic qualification attempt
- •See the impact of support from friends and family
- •Meet coach who guides Alison through her training
Did You Know
•Alison Chow finished the 2011 Berlin Marathon in 2 hours 49 minutes and 57 seconds.
•She was 7 minutes slower than the Olympics entry requirement.
•Alison left her stable teaching job to pursue her running dream.
•The documentary is directed by Rita Hung and has a duration of 65 minutes.
Perfect For
Marathon running enthusiastsAspiring athletesSports documentary fans