Racing the Rez
Synopsis
Racing the Rez reveals the transformative potential of cross-country running at the team level. The story follows two rival high school teams focusing on five teens growing up on the Navajo and Hopi reservations — two distinct cultures but both richly steeped in the legacy of running as a powerful cultural tradition and a sport. Unfolding over two years of careful, patient observation, this documentary offers a rare view into the surprising complexity and diversity of contemporary reservation life, from the point of view of the young runners.
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Racing the Rez Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-11-09
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian Truglio
- Original Title
- Racing the Rez
- Release Date
- 28/10/2012
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Truglio
Sean Sandefur
Brian Truglio
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Brian Truglio
Director
Brian Truglio
Producer
Sean Sandefur
Editor
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What is Racing the Rez about?
Racing the Rez reveals the transformative potential of cross-country running at the team level. The story follows two rival high school teams focusing on five teens growing up on the Navajo and Hopi reservations — two distinct cultures but both richly steeped in the legacy of running as a powerful cultural tradition and a sport. Unfolding over two years of careful, patient observation, this documentary offers a rare view into the surprising complexity and diversity of contemporary reservation life, from the point of view of the young runners.
Who directed Racing the Rez?
Racing the Rez was directed by Brian Truglio.
Who stars in Racing the Rez?
The principal cast of Racing the Rez includes Not specified.
When was Racing the Rez released and how long is it?
Racing the Rez was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 58m.