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Running Film Festival:
“All My Life” Promo Video
Posted June 18th, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Motivation, Movies
The Running Film Festival (RFF), scheduled for July 3-5 on the University of Oregon campus, is the first film festival ever devoted to the subjects of track & field, road racing, cross country, marathon and ultra endurance running. This inaugural event will coincide with the U.S. Track & Field Trials and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Ryan Shay Memorial Fund.
Many of America’s most well known athletes and motivational icons will be featured in the feature films and documentaries screened over the three day event. In addition, today’s brightest stars, accomplished Olympians, and legends of the sport will make guest appearances and participate in Q&A sessions with the audience.
For more information, to view the complete film schedule and to purchase tickets, please visit: RunningFilmFestival.com
Running Film Festival to Premier During Olympic Trials; Support Ryan Shay Memorial Fund
Posted May 28th, 2008 at 9:30 AM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Announcements, Marathons, Cross Country, Track & Field, Resources, Olympics, Trail / Ultra
RFF Release: When nearly 200,000 athletes and fans converge on Eugene, Oregon, for the 2008 U.S. Track & Field Trials, there is no doubt they will enjoy the beautiful scenery and the competitive spirit of “Track Town USA.”
However, when they leave Hayward Field for some well-deserved down time, hundreds will head to the movies. That’s right! Hollywood comes to Eugene, as the city plays host to the first film festival ever devoted to the subjects of track & field, marathon running, and cross country: the Running Film Festival (RFF), scheduled for July 3 – 5 on the University of Oregon campus.
RFF is the brainchild of running enthusiasts and industry entrepreneurs, who formulated the idea after assessing the vast, yet underexposed, collection of celluloid devoted to the sport. The festival signed a title sponsor to join presenting sponsors TheFinalSprint.com and Running Times, and a great event was born. A portion of the proceeds from the RFF will be donated to the Ryan Shay Memorial Fund
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Encore Screening of “Spirit of the Marathon” Tonight
Posted February 21st, 2008 at 5:08 PM by David Monti
Section: News & Results, Motivation, Movies
For those who missed it in January, there will be an encore screening of “Spirit of the Marathon” in theatres throughout the United States tonight. Visit http://www.fathomevents.com to find a theatre near you.
The movie will be released on DVD this summer, according to the producers.
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Second Showing of “Spirit of the Marathon” Feb. 21
Posted February 7th, 2008 at 7:00 PM by David Monti
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Movies
TFS Podcast 121: Jon Dunham Director and Producer of “Spirit of the Marathon”
Posted January 23rd, 2008 at 6:00 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Movies, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
In Episode 121 of TheFinalSprint.com Podcast I had the pleasure of being joined by Jon Dunham; Director/Producer of the running documentary “Spirit of the Marathon”.
The feature-length film, which will be shown at select theatres around the country tomorrow evening, January 24 at 7:30pm, is the first ever non-fiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event. Filmed on four continents, the movie brings together a diverse cast of amateur athletes and marathon luminaries. The past and present running legends showcased in the film include: Paula Radcliffe, Bill Rodgers, Grete Waitz, Frank Shorter, Deena Kastor and Kathrine Switzer.
Download the podcast to hear Jon discuss the concept and purpose behind the film, his personal love and admiration for running and specially the marathon, what it was like to work with some of the sport’s greatest heroes, the potential for a related, spin-off documentary about the history of the marathon, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs | Guest: Jon Dunham
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Musicians: Ryan Ahlwardt, Darnell Perkins
File Size: 13.2 MB | Length: 19:18 MIN
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Grand Rapids Marathon Registration Opens Tomorrow Evening at Running Documentary Premier
Posted January 23rd, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Allyson Rosen
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Movies
Marathon enthusiasts across the country will have a chance tomorrow night to watch a special one-night, “big-screen” viewing of a documentary that embraces their beloved sport. “Spirit of the Marathon” is the collaborative effort of three-time Academy Award winner Mark Jonathan Harris, Telly Award winner and marathon runner Jon Dunham, and producer/marathoner Gwendolen Twist. Four years in the making, “Spirit of the Marathon” is the first ever non-fiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event.
In addition, and to the further delight of Michigan’s running community, race organizers for the Metro Health Grand Rapids Marathon have decided to kick off registration for this event in conjunction with the “Spirit of the Marathon” premier. A special booth will be set-up at Celebration Cinema North, the local Grand Rapids, MI theater offering the one-night showing, beginning at 6pm tomorrow evening, January 24. They will also be offering $5.00 off registration and free popcorn to those planning on running the October 19 event.
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“Spirit of the Marathon” Documentary Sells Out Debut Screenings in Chicago
Posted October 17th, 2007 at 10:16 AM by Andrew Goodman
Section: News & Results, Motivation, Movies
The running documentary “Spirit of the Marathon” sold out its three debut showings at this month’s Chicago International Film Festival.
The Chicago Tribune called the film by Jon Dunham and Mark Jonathan Harris “a moving, clever, heartfelt examination of the marathon both as elite athletic competition and as “the Everyman’s Everest.”
For more information on “Spirit of the Marathon”, please visit: www.MarathonMovie.com
“Spirit of the Marathon” to Debut at Chicago Festival
Posted September 4th, 2007 at 5:58 PM by Martha Jones
Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Movies
The full-length documentary film “Spirit of the Marathon” has been accepted to the Chicago International Film Festival and will have its world debut with back to back screenings on October 5, 2007.
Four years in the making, Spirit of the Marathon is the collaborative effort of three-time Academy Award winner Mark Jonathan Harris, Telly Award winner and marathon runner Jon Dunham and producer/marathoner Gwendolen Twist.
Billed as the first ever feature-length film to capture the essence, drama and unique spectacle of the famed 26.2-mile race, the production features five runners - three amateurs and two elites - as they train for and ultimately run the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon.
For more information, please visit: MarathonMovie.com
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Movie Review: “Showdown”
Five Elite Distance Runners, One Dream
Posted August 22nd, 2007 at 2:35 PM by Lara Johnson
Section: Motivation, Movies, Special Features, TFS Reviews
I have long been intrigued and inspired by those runners who compose the elite category. What is it they possess? What is their training like? What is their motivation? And what happens when these top athletes compete in one grueling race?
In his new film, “Showdown: Five Elite Distance Runners, One Dream,” creator Peter Han uncovers some of these mysteries as he takes viewers on a journey from the living rooms and training runs of 5 elite distance runners to the finish line of the 2007 U.S. Cross Country Championships in Boulder, Colorado.
“Showdown” is a documentary-style film with cinematic appeal. Through personal interviews, race clips, photos, and commentaries, it narrates the preparations of 5 elite men of differing backgrounds: 2-time Olympian Abdi Abdirahman, 2-time Olympian Alan Culpepper, Olympic silver-medalist Meb Keflezighi, high school and university level champion Dathan Ritzenhein, and 10,000 meter champion Jorge Torres.
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Podcast 72: “Showdown” running documentary writer/director PETER HAN
Posted August 10th, 2007 at 6:30 PM by Adam Jacobs
Section: News & Results, Motivation, Movies, Cross Country, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts
Episode 72 of TheFinalSprint.com Podcast features my interview with the PETER HAN; the Writer, Director, and Producer of the new running documentary “Showdown: The Race for the 2007 US Cross-Country Championship”.
Showdown, which uses the slogan “Five Elite Distance Runners, One Dream”, chronicles the race to the race - showing what elites like Meb Keflezighi, Jorge Torres, and Abdi Abdirahman, do to prepare themselves for the crucible of world-class competition.
In the interview Peter talks about where the concept for “Showdown” originated, how it all came together, the experience of working with Meb, Jorge, Abdi, Alan Culpepper and Dathan Ritzenhein and being motivated by watching them give it their all day in and day out.
Download the podcast to hear Peter discuss these topics, as well as, his previous and successful film about Ironman triathletes called “What It Takes”, the resurgence of American distance running, possibilities for future running and athletic documentaries, and much more!
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Host: Adam Jacobs
Guest: Peter Han
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Music: Ryan Ahlwardt & Darnell Perkins
File size: 13.9 MB
Length: 13:12
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Hello Mr. Hall, First of all I want to say good job on the Chicago marathon yesterday, I had...