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Running on the Sun (2000)

Starring: Adam Bookspan, Angelika Castaneda Director: Mel Stuart Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)


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  • Actors: Adam Bookspan, Angelika Castaneda, Eric Clifton, Maria De Jesus, Jack Denness
  • Directors: Mel Stuart
  • Producers: Mel Stuart, Christine Z. Wiser, Kirk Friedman, Leland Hammerschmitt, Richard Houghton
  • Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Rhino Theatrical
  • DVD Release Date: July 22, 2003
  • Run Time: 100 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000A02X7
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #29,088 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ever think about running 135 miles through Death Valley?, March 16, 2005
A film by Mel Stuart

"Running on the Sun" is a documentary dealing with the Badwater 135 Ultra-marathon. While an ultra-marathon is defined as any race with a distance longer than a marathon (26.2 miles), Badwater is a grueling 135 mile race beginning in Death Valley (Badwater, California, elevation 282 feet below sea level) and ascending to 8000 feet by the race's end which includes an 18 mile stretch where the elevation rises over 5000 feet. With temperatures reaching 125 degrees in the middle of the day, the Badwater 135 is perhaps the nastiest race in the world. Only forty runners were invited to run Badwater in 1999.

This documentary focuses on a cross section of some of the competitors to give an accurate portrait of what Badwater is and what Badwater does to a person. From a Marine to a man with a prosthetic leg to a 68 year old man to the current record holder of Badwater to a woman from England who put herself into debt to make it to Badwater, "Running on the Sun" has an interesting cast of characters. But then anyone actually willing to attempt Badwater probably has to be an interesting person. So many of these runners are just ordinary people with an extraordinary drive, passion, and commitment. Very few runners are actually trying to win the race, or break a record, but rather they are seeking the incredible personal accomplishment of finishing (60 hours or less) and perhaps even chase the goal of finishing in under 48 hours and thus earning the symbol of pride: The Badwater Belt Buckle. Only those few who can finish in under 48 hours can earn that belt buckle (and they do "earn" it).

"Running on the Sun" touches upon why someone would run Badwater and what it takes. We see graphic footage of the feet of some of the runners and it isn't pretty. The film shows the joy, the pain, the pride, the disappointment, and the accomplishment of running Badwater. This really is an impressive documentary about an incredible endurance race. I'm impressed all the more because I'm currently training for my first marathon and while 26.2 miles seems like a long way, Badwater is 5 marathons back to back, plus a little bit more. Not to mention the whole Death Valley thing. It's beyond my comprehension as a runner.

There is something in "Running on the Sun" to recommend the movie to anyone. Runners will get to see something that is probably beyond their dreams or even desire, but they will surely appreciate the effort. Other endurance athlete can also appreciate what the competitors of Badwater are attempting. Those who are simply curious will see a film about perseverance and accomplishment through adversity. This is an inspiring and awe inspiring film, though I imagine many people won't get why someone would do this.

-Joe Sherry
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Who'd've thought WATCHING people run would be so watchable!!, November 9, 2003
By K. Kelley "krkelley" (McAlester, OK USA) - See all my reviews
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We're runners and would usually prefer to BE running, than to WATCH running. But, this is an excellent film. It's well-done and kept our interest throughout. It was painful to watch at times as these folks suffered along trying to do 135 miles, but yet, we couldn't take our eyes off. Highly recommended if you are a runner of any distance.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Inspiration, December 9, 2005
As a long distance runner, this movie was extremely inspirational and made me feel not so wacky with my running distances. :)
The documentary starts out with snippits of some of the participants and then goes into the prerace meeting. Even before they reached the starting line i was moved by the movie. I have never raced Badwater, but have raced enough to know what emotions you feel at the start and to even begin to imagine how they feel starting off on the Badwater 135 is overwhelming.
The remainer of the film chronicles several runners from the front of the pack on back. Also you see a lot of interaction between the runners and their crews and their families. It is moving to see how different each person deals with the trials and tribulations of the ultimate ultra. To see them sweating in the desert before the race even started, wow.
Then, comes the end of the movie and it is emotional to see each and every runner cross the line and break the tape. Amazing.
The extras on the DVD were interesting too.

If you are a long distance runner, marathon on up, you should definitly watch this. If you are interested in endurance sports or crazy athletes, this movie is a highly recommended one. Amazing. I finished it and wanted to watch it all over again.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning
This movie is stunning and powerful. At points, it is raw-- as you watch these runners that may be very prepared but still may not finish such an amazing feat... Read more
Published 12 months ago by H. A. Dennis

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth it!!!
I absolutely loved this video!! The runners all have such unique personalities and I felt I was beginning to know them after watching this amazing run. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Jody Coppersmith

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
I would recommend this movie to runners of all levels- or to anyone who just wants to be inspired. It is a firsthand account into the lives and (some would say crazy) minds of... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Amy J. Gingras

5.0 out of 5 stars I probably won't run this race...
I run ultras so I've absolutely heard of the infamous Badwater. It was amazing to see what those runners go through during the race. Really interesting characters. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Andrea

5.0 out of 5 stars motivational tool
i first saw this video when darren worts (my colleague at a new jersey health club) was planning to do the badwater run about 6 years back. Read more
Published 15 months ago by J. Quinti

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this movie
I love this movie so much. I put it on in the gym on a regular basis.
Published 15 months ago by MarathonMike

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing To Watch, But Not for the Faint-Hearted
Great movie. Awe-inspiring, particularly if you are interested in ultradistance events and the crucible associated with it. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Jeffrey Lynne

4.0 out of 5 stars Impressive
This movie shows many, if not all, aspects of running an extreme ultra race as Badwater. I found it both inspiring and frightning as the runners experienced different stages of... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Zebban

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent documentary video
This is an excellent video of the Badwater 135, which I highly recommend regardless if you are a runner or not. Read more
Published 20 months ago by T. Johnson

4.0 out of 5 stars only one thing better--running on the sun redux!
I'll be honest--my wife bought me this video for father's day in 2001. Two years later I had my size 10 New Balance's on the starting line in Badwater, and ran the race of my... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Scott Ludwig

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