The Crash Reel
“The mind has mountains”
Synopsis
The Crash Reel tells the story of a sport and the risks that athletes face in reaching the pinnacle of their profession. This is Kevin Pearce’s story, a celebrated snowboarder who sustained a brain injury in a trick gone wrong and who now aims, against all the odds, to get back on the snow.
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The Crash Reel Official Trailer 1 (2013) - Documentary HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 13, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lucy Walker
- Screenplay & Story
- Pedro Kos, Lucy Walker
- Original Title
- The Crash Reel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Tree Tree Tree Productions, HBO Documentary Films, Impact Partners, Phase 4 Films, Doc Society
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lucy Walker
Pedro Kos, Lucy Walker
Nick Higgins
Pedro Kos
Geralyn White Dreyfous, Dan Cogan, Julian Cautherley, Lucy Walker
Department Leadership Roster
Lucy Walker
Director
Pedro Kos
Writer
Lucy Walker
Writer
Pedro Kos
Editor
Nick Higgins
Director of Photography
Julian Cautherley
Producer
Lucy Walker
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crash Reel
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What is The Crash Reel about?
The Crash Reel tells the story of a sport and the risks that athletes face in reaching the pinnacle of their profession. This is Kevin Pearce’s story, a celebrated snowboarder who sustained a brain injury in a trick gone wrong and who now aims, against all the odds, to get back on the snow.
Who directed The Crash Reel?
The Crash Reel was directed by Lucy Walker.
Who stars in The Crash Reel?
The principal cast of The Crash Reel includes Kevin Pearce, Shaun White, Scotty Lago, Jake Burton, Mason Aguirre.
When was The Crash Reel released and how long is it?
The Crash Reel was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Crash Reel?
The Crash Reel holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).