LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - February 26, 2009) - Make Believe Media USA announced screenings
of "Beyond the Epic Run" in nine major running communities across the
nation. The film depicts the true story of ultra runner, Serge Roetheli,
who completes a five year, 25,000 mile world run and his wife, Nicole, who
follows behind him on a small motorcycle and films their entire journey.
The film is set to be released in late spring 2009. The cities chosen for
screenings include, San Antonio, New York, Washington D.C. Minneapolis,
Milwaukee, Indianapolis, Denver, Seattle, and Los Angeles. Text "Run" to
38714 for videos from the film.
Thomas Sammon, the film's producer, describes the film as inspiring for
anyone trying to overcome a challenge and encourages those who are able, to
attend the screenings. "Serge and Nicole sold all their belongings and
risked everything to fulfill their dream of running the world. We are
excited to share their inspiring true story," Sammon said.
Dean Karnazes, known as "Ultramarathon Man," when interviewed as part of
the film, said, "I think what Serge did was tremendous, not just because of
the commitment, but the desire and will power to keep going, especially
when things got problematic."
Screenings in San Antonio, New York, Washington D.C., Minneapolis,
Milwaukee and Indianapolis have been set. Screenings in Denver, Seattle,
and Los Angeles are yet to be confirmed with dates and times. For the most
up to date screening info, visit
www.beyondtheepicrunblog.com/movie/.
San Antonio Feb. 26, 2009 7:30 p.m. Bijou Crossroads
New York March 2, 2009 7:30 p.m. Anthology Film Archives
Washington D.C. March 8, 2009 5 p.m. Georgetown Washington
Minneapolis, Minn. March 12, 2009 7:30 p.m. University of Minneapolis
Milwaukee March 16, 2009 7:30 p.m. Times Cinema
Indianapolis March 19, 2009 7:30 p.m. Indianapolis Arts Center
"Beyond the Epic Run" is a feature length documentary reality film about a
Swiss couple who live their dream to run the world. Together, Serge and
Nicole Roetheli leave on an epic adventure that leads them out of Europe,
through Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the United States. Running the
equivalent of a marathon every other day, Serge, the endurance sports
runner, runs more than 25,400 miles in five years, while wife Nicole rides
her Yamaha motorcycle. Using their personal camera they capture the footage
used in this film. Check out the trailer here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1C0a0jYTYQ.
Contact Information: Contact:
Valerie Jennings
816-221-1040
annie@jenningspr.net