Bicycle messengers in New York City, including Evangelis, Dexter, and Jose C., navigate chaotic streets while delivering packages under tight deadlines.
“A wild ride alongside a band of New York City’s most feared and respected inhabitants: bike messengers.”
Synopsis
Bicycle messengers in New York City, including Evangelis, Dexter, and Jose C., navigate chaotic streets while delivering packages under tight deadlines.
Synopsis
Evangelis, a bicycle messenger in New York City, races through heavy traffic to deliver packages on time. Directed by Peter Sutherland, Pedal follows messengers like Dexter and Jose C. as they navigate the city's chaotic streets. The film captures their fast-paced lives and the challenges they face daily. Premiering at the South by Southwest film festival in 2001, it gained wider recognition when the Sundance Channel aired it until 2004. The documentary presents a vivid look at the culture surrounding urban courier work.
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Why Watch
- Meet New York City bike messengers racing through traffic.
- See the adrenaline of package deliveries in real time.
- Find out about the diverse backgrounds of urban couriers.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the South by Southwest film festival in 2001.
- Pedal aired on the Sundance channel until 2004.
- The documentary has a runtime of 52 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Pedal?
Pedal was directed by Peter Sutherland.
What year did Pedal premiere at the South by Southwest film festival?
Pedal premiered at the South by Southwest film festival in 2001.
How long is the documentary Pedal?
The duration of Pedal is 52 minutes.
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