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202022 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

How to Be Behzinga

202022 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Ethan Payne trains for the 2020 London Marathon while facing the challenges of potential cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Take on the journey.”

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Kevin Batchelor

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Ethan Payne trains for the 2020 London Marathon while facing the challenges of potential cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kevin Batchelordirector

Ethan Payne

Ethan Paynecast

Vikram Barn

Vikram Barncast

Becky James

Becky Jamescast

Synopsis

Ethan Payne trains for the 2020 London Marathon, aiming to change his lifestyle from poor health to fitness advocate. As the marathon faces possible cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Payne struggles to keep his motivation. He works to redefine his goals and inspire others. The film addresses his personal challenges and the effects of unexpected events on mental health and fitness aspirations.

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