Four athletes train for the 4 Deserts ultramarathon series, which includes races in Chile, China, Egypt, and Antarctica, pushing their physical and mental limits.
“Beyond the Comfort Zone”
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Four athletes train for the 4 Deserts ultramarathon series, which includes races in Chile, China, Egypt, and Antarctica, pushing their physical and mental limits.
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In the Atacama Desert, Irish businessman Donal O'Neill prepares for one of the world's toughest challenges. Alongside him are Australian actress Sophie McShera, retired American baseball player Jim McMahon, and British bodyguard David Wiggins. Together, they attempt to complete the 4 Deserts ultramarathon series, which spans Chile, China, Egypt, and Antarctica. The film captures their year-long training and the physical and emotional hurdles they face as they strive to finish these extreme races.
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Why Watch
- See Jennifer Steinman's unique take on endurance sports.
- Meet the runners pushing their limits in stunning deserts.
- Follow the emotional highs and lows of ultramarathon athletes.
Did You Know
- Filming began in the Atacama Desert in 2010.
- The film's Kickstarter campaign raised $25,000 in 30 days in 2011.
- Desert Runners had its US theatrical premiere on November 29, 2013.
- The film is 91 minutes long.
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Who directed the documentary Desert Runners?
Desert Runners was directed by Jennifer Steinman.
When did Desert Runners have its world premiere?
Desert Runners made its world premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival in June 2013.
How much funding did Desert Runners raise on Kickstarter?
The producers raised $25,000 on Kickstarter to help finance the final portion of the film project.
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