“The sleeper hit of the Olympic year.”
— Town of Runners
Town of Runners
Feature Documentary • 2012 • 80’ • UK
Credits
Director: Jerry Rothwell
Producers: Dan Demissie, Al Morrow
Executive Producers: Kristin Olafs, Jonny Persey
Co-Producer: Stewart le Maréchal
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.
Festivals
Tribeca Film Festival 2012
Sheffield Doc/Fest 2012
Doha Tribeca Film Festival 2012
Atlantic Film Festival 2012
Little Rock Film Festival 2012
Kenya International Film Festival 2012
Impact Sport Film Festival, Lipetsk 2012
Luxor African Film Festival 2012
Film Forward 2013: Jordan, Mexico, China, Taiwan, USA, Columbia, Bosnia
Edinburgh International Film Festival 2013
Reviews
“A fantastically cool British documentary… Director and producing team Jerry Rothwell and Al Morrow are two of the best talents in this country.”
— Antonia Quirk, Financial Times
“The sleeper hit of the Olympic year.”
— Little White Lies
“In an Olympic year, here’s an inspirational reminder of what it’s all about.”
— Total Film
