Wellington Programme Spotlight: Sports in Documentaries
Not just for the sports fans, these are stories of courage and determination, disappointments and triumph.
Displaying 1-6 of 6 films.
DaleUSA The story of legendary racing driver Dale Earnhardt, who was killed during the 2001 Daytona 500, told through Dale’s own words. Narrated by actor Paul Newman.
Fight or FlightIreland/Thailand This film explores a man’s physical and psychological journey through the art and culture of Muay Thai boxing resulting in self-discovery and spiritual healing.
Mystic BallCanada/USA Director Greg Hamilton physically and spiritually journeys into the world of chinlone, an ancient sport from the country of Myanmar where beauty is the focus of the game.
On a TightropeNorway/Canada Four children at a government orphanage in China attempt to learn Dawaz — tightrope walking, mirroring the political and ethnic tightrope they find themselves…
Row Hard No ExcusesUSA Two middle-aged American men set out to win the world’s toughest race—3000 miles across the Atlantic in a rowboat. Is it a noble quest or an ill-fated nightmare?
Thin IceSweden Dolkar, a Buddhist girl from Ladakh in the Himalayas, wants to play ice hockey. She and her friends try to form a team, but are hindered by the locals’ sexist…
