The Anglo-Ethiopian Society
Film - Town of Runners - UK Premiere + Q&A
Director Jerry Rothwell
Wednesday 11th April 2012
Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6LA
6:30pm, Tickets £9.00, Concessions £6.50.
Town of Runners is a feature documentary about young runners from Bekoji - an Ethiopian highland town which has produced some of the world's greatest distance athletes, including Tirunesh Dibaba, Kenenisa Bekele and Derartu Tulu.
The film tells the story of two young girls, living in a rural town as they try to run their way to a different life.
Narrated by their friend Biruk, it follows their highs and lows over three years as they try to become professional athletes. Through their struggle, the film gives a unique insight into the ambitions of young Ethiopians living between tradition and the modern world.
Funded by ITVS and Channel 4 Britdoc, Town of Runners is a feature documentary by an award-winning director Jerry Rothwell (Donor Unknown, Heavy Load) about the young athletes born and raised in Bekoji, who hope to emulate their local heroes and compete on the world’s stage. Filmed over four years, the film follows their fortunes as they move from school track to national competition and from childhood to adulthood.
80mins film followed by a Q&A with director & producer (25mins) / UK /
Director Jerry Rothwell
More information can be found on the Town of Runners and Dogwoof Films websites.