Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
“The history of the first women’s cross-country air race and the legacy today.”
Synopsis
The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kara Martinelli White
- Screenplay & Story
- Angelica Compton, Adam White, Kara Martinelli White
- Original Title
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- Hemlock Films, Western Reserve PBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kara Martinelli White
Angelica Compton, Adam White, Kara Martinelli White
Adam White
Adam White, Kara Martinelli White
Department Leadership Roster
Adam White
Producer
Adam White
Director of Photography
Angelica Compton
Writer
Adam White
Writer
Inda Blatch-Geib
Costume Design
Kara Martinelli White
Director
Kara Martinelli White
Writer
Kara Martinelli White
Producer
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What is Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race about?
The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.
Who directed Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race was directed by Kara Martinelli White.
Who stars in Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
The principal cast of Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race includes Michaela McManus, Liz Duchez.
When was Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race released and how long is it?
Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 57m.