Film

Touch the Gate

2023 · 40m · Documentary · Adventure

The 2023 Barkley Marathons

The Barkley Marathons are a race unlike any other. With over 100 miles of wild terrain, and twice the elevation of climbing and descending Mt. Everest from sea level, it's a race that expects runners to fail. In 38 years, only 15 runners have completed the Barkley Marathons, but that doesn't stop hundreds of athletes from applying for entry every year. This year, I was lucky enough to see the race in person as I documented Joe McConaughy's first attempt at one of the most challenging races in the world. The film also features athletes Aurélien Sanchez, John Kelly, Karel Sabbe, Damian Hall, Jared Campbell, and Jasmin Paris.

Joe McConaughy

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Katie McConaughy

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Lazarus Lake

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Aurélien Sanchez

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Karel Sabbe

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John Kelly

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Jasmin Paris

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Jared Campbell

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Damian Hall

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Tomokazu Ihara

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Albert Herreo

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John Fegyveresi

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Jodi Isenor

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• Michael DillonProducer · Editor · Director

Release date

July 30, 2023

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

40m

Genres

Documentary, Adventure