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202394 minPGdocumentary

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Paddle to the Amazon

202394 minPGdocumentary

Father and son duo Don and Dana Starkell undertake a 20,000-kilometer canoe expedition from Canada to Brazil's Amazon River, facing numerous challenges along the way.

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Paddle to the Amazon

2023• 94 minPG

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Father and son duo Don and Dana Starkell undertake a 20,000-kilometer canoe expedition from Canada to Brazil's Amazon River, facing numerous challenges along the way.

Synopsis

Don and Dana Starkell undertake a two-year, 20,000-kilometer canoe expedition from Canada to Brazil's Amazon River. This biographical documentary, directed and produced by Chris Forde, chronicles their navigation through diverse landscapes and cultures, highlighting the challenges they face along the way. The film emphasizes the Starkells' resilience and the strong bond between father and son as they confront the elements and the uncertainties of their ambitious adventure, showcasing the spirit of exploration and human determination.

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