Wednesday, 3 February 2010

Big River Man (2009)
directed by John Maringouin


As far as documentaries about crazy & inspiring people goes,
this one takes the cake.

Martin Strel is the worlds record holder for marathon swims.
But there's a little something more that makes him very special.
He's 53.
Very overweight.
He's an alcoholic with a gambling problem.
And teaches flamenco guitar for a living.

Before documenting Big River Man ,
he had already swam the Mississippi River and The Yangtze
and was now looking to break his previous records and set a new one.

A totally unique & crazy story.
I'm quite in shock as to what I've just watched.
A journey that lasted over 60 days and covered over
4000km.
This one has to be seen to be believed.

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