Running on the Sun
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Movie Reviews of Running on the Sun
Movie Review: Amazing Inspiration
Summary: 5 Stars
As a long distance runner, this movie was extremely inspirational and made me feel not so wacky with my running distances. :)
The documentary starts out with snippits of some of the participants and then goes into the prerace meeting. Even before they reached the starting line i was moved by the movie. I have never raced Badwater, but have raced enough to know what emotions you feel at the start and to even begin to imagine how they feel starting off on the Badwater 135 is overwhelming.
The remainer of the film chronicles several runners from the front of the pack on back. Also you see a lot of interaction between the runners and their crews and their families. It is moving to see how different each person deals with the trials and tribulations of the ultimate ultra. To see them sweating in the desert before the race even started, wow.
Then, comes the end of the movie and it is emotional to see each and every runner cross the line and break the tape. Amazing.
The extras on the DVD were interesting too.
If you are a long distance runner, marathon on up, you should definitly watch this. If you are interested in endurance sports or crazy athletes, this movie is a highly recommended one. Amazing. I finished it and wanted to watch it all over again.
Movie Review: ultramarathon
Summary: 5 Stars
This film is great. Documents a few runners that are going to run the 135 mile ultramarathon. It starts from their training for the race to the end of the race. It has runners with prosthetic legs and some with prosthetic legs and arms, very inspirational. The runners in this film are old,young,average people with normal jobs, dedicated, military member, a mom or dad, not professionals,men and woman, one of them powerwalked the whole thing. Funny moments and serious moments and everything in between. I have been running for eight years and take running seriously. I've ran XC and Track and have had some intence work outs. But these runners are the strongest runners. They run in 120 degree weather with sandstorms, they eat and sleep on their run. They have a team following them the whole way. They need resumes to qualify to run this race. To cut it short, WORTH buying, if you are a serious runner or need motivation to be your best BUY this film. I thought Pre Fontaine was tough, think again, he's just one of few strong and crazy runners. Great film.
-Run Strong
Movie Review: An excellent documentary video
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent video of the Badwater 135, which I highly recommend regardless if you are a runner or not. I've watched it several times and I don't think I will ever get tired of it.
It features several participants of diverse backgrounds and abilities, who share one common goal - to reach the finish line at the end of 135 grueling miles. Through the course of the video, it highlights their personal sides, their training, their goals and their peaks and valleys during the race. It does not gloss over the challenges they face. Instead it clearly portrays each of their experiences unmistakeably to you, the viewer. Some reach the finish line, some do not. But after viewing this, you will certainly appreciate the effort that each of these extraordinary individuals put forth to reach their goals. It might even encourage you to take on whatever challenges you face with a renewed sense of purpose and determination. It certainly did for me.
Movie Review: motivational tool
Summary: 5 Stars
i first saw this video when darren worts (my colleague at a new jersey health club) was planning to do the badwater run about 6 years back. i was mesmerized and humbled by the dedication and drive (and insanity!) of the runners. i purchased the DVD and now use it as a motivational tool for my 4th semester physical fitness specialist majors at the college where i work. this is the last semester before they either "go out into the world" or continue their education. they are blown away and a most interesting class discussion follows the film. the purpose? you can achieve your goal...no matter. thanks for carrying the film. it took a few years to find it.
p.s. darren, in his first run, came in second: first male to cross the finish line. we were so proud.
Prof. Judy Quinti
Penn College of Technology
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Movie Review: Fascinating
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this film. And I don't think you need to be a runner to marvel at what these folks put themselves through. The Badwater event has intrigued me for a couple years now. I've hovered over the "BUY NOW" button on Amazon for a while but I'm thankful that I finally made the purchase. I consider myself an ordinary distance runner. Nothing special. I simply try to go from point A to point B. But these folks are in a class all their own. The film is very well done with a good bit of backstory on some runners including some of their training strategies (which were incredible just by themselves). It also takes the viewer through the highs and deep lows of the Badwater experience, leaving nothing out. Highly recommend.