2800 people attended the premiere of the film at the Stars Denver Film Festival in 2014, where it focused on swimmers Missy Franklin and Kara Lynn Joyce.
Synopsis
2800 people attended the premiere of the film at the Stars Denver Film Festival in 2014, where it focused on swimmers Missy Franklin and Kara Lynn Joyce.
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Synopsis
Missy Franklin trains for the 2012 London Olympics alongside veteran swimmer Kara Lynn Joyce. They practice at Franklin's age-group swim club, where Joyce offers guidance and support. Their partnership shifts as circumstances and coaching decisions pull them apart. They reunite at the Olympic Trials, striving to redefine success in the sport. Directed by Christo Brock and Grant Barbeito, Touch the Wall premiered at the Stars Denver Film Festival in 2014 and was co-presented with USA Swimming in New York.
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Why Watch
- Meet Olympic swimmers Missy Franklin and Kara Lynn Joyce.
- Follow their training and competition leading to the 2012 Olympics.
- See the emotional bond between veteran and young swimmer.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the Stars Denver Film Festival to 2800 people.
- Touch the Wall was funded through Kickstarter and private funding in 2013.
- The New York premiere was co-presented with USA Swimming on November 23, 2014.
- The film features Olympic Gold-Medalist Missy Franklin and Silver-Medalist Kara Lynn Joyce.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the main swimmers featured in Touch the Wall?
The main swimmers featured are Missy Franklin and Kara Lynn Joyce.
When was Touch the Wall released?
Touch the Wall was released in 2014.
What was the premiere location for Touch the Wall?
The film premiered at the Stars Denver Film Festival.
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