The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young (2014)

In its first 25 years only 10 people have finished The Barkley Marathons. Based on a historic prison escape, this cult like race tempts people from around the world to test their limits of ... See full summary »

Directors:

Annika Iltis, Timothy James Kane

Star:

Lazarus Lake

2 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Lazarus Lake	...	Self

Storyline

In its first 25 years only 10 people have finished The Barkley Marathons. Based on a historic prison escape, this cult like race tempts people from around the world to test their limits of physical and mental endurance in this documentary that contemplates the value of pain.

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Genres:

Documentary | Adventure | History | Sport

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Did You Know?

Trivia

Official Selection at Reel Wild: The Kiwi Trail Running Film Festival 2015. New Zealand.

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Quotes

Gary Cantrell: If you're going to face a real challenge it has to be a real challenge. You can't accomplish anything without the possibility of failure.

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Soundtracks

I Feel Jesus
written by Francis Reedy
("Ooh My My!" version) performed by Anna & Elizabeth

User Reviews

A great 'quirky humanity' documentary.

A fun, warm look at the weirdos and Weirdo In Chief orbiting the enigmatic Barkley Marathon. Well worth the watch, especially if you're looking for something that has nuance and psychology but is also not a hard watch.

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

1 October 2016 (Netherlands)

Also Known As:

The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young

Filming Locations:

Wartburg, Tennessee, USA

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Runtime:

89 min

Color:

Color