8pm Tuesday 9th October 2012
TOWN OF RUNNERS [U]
80 mins
JERRY ROTHWELL (UK 2012)
A story of two young girls, living in the rural highland town
of Bekoji in Ethopia, who wish to become professional athletes
against the numerable odds. Narrated by their friend Biruk,
this award winning documentary follows the highs and lows
over three years as the pair try to achieve their ambition.
Through their struggle, the film gives a unique insight into the
ambitions of young Ethiopians living between tradition and
the modern world. This is a film that is meant to inspire and
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