Runner

Name: Runner
Genre: Documentary
Released: June 19, 2020
Duration: 88 min

2020

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Lucky Hat Entertainment | Release Date (Streaming): June 19, 2020 | Not Rated

Summary: When he was only eight, Guor Mading Maker (known as Guor Marial) ran from capture in war-torn Sudan to eventually seek safety in the US. In his new life, Maker began running again, participating in high school track and field and eventually becoming a sensation and qualifying for the 2012 Olympics. But because the newly formed South SudanWhen he was only eight, Guor Mading Maker (known as Guor Marial) ran from capture in war-torn Sudan to eventually seek safety in the US. In his new life, Maker began running again, participating in high school track and field and eventually becoming a sensation and qualifying for the 2012 Olympics. But because the newly formed South Sudan was not recognized by the International Olympic Committee, Maker had to fight to compete independently, refusing to run for Sudan and taking a stand against its oppression.… Expand

Director: Bill Gallagher

Genre(s): Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 88 min

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Frank Scheck

Jun 18, 2020

This true story proves so incredible that one can sometimes think it was invented. Read full review

Kyle Bain

Jun 23, 2020

The final product is riveting, enjoyable, and heart-wrenching from beginning to end. Guor Mading Maker is an inspirational, one-of-a-kind talent, and everything one might need to know about him is captured in Gallagher’s exhilarating documentary. Read full review

Movie Nation Roger Moore

Jun 18, 2020

In Maker’s tale, first-time documentary director Bill Gallagher finds a story of privation and perseverance, personal pain, of tragedies and triumphs. It’s a running saga reminder that life and sport only rarely dole out ” Hollywood ending.” But the struggle is its own reward and is inspiring in its own right. Read full review

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