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“Runner without a Country”
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A documentary about a refugee marathon runner who ran in the London Olympics without a country
Elevator Pitch:
Runner Without a Country follows the amazing journey of Guor Marial
from refugee to elite athlete. The film brings to life Guor’s escape
from Sudan, his unlikely Olympic qualification, the David and
Goliath-esque battle to get him to compete in the games, and the
international movement that got him there. Guor’s story continues to
unfold: he is a rising star on the marathon circuit and he has the
mission to get South Sudan recognized by the world’s governing body for
athletics so he can finally run under the flag of South Sudan.
from refugee to elite athlete. The film brings to life Guor’s escape
from Sudan, his unlikely Olympic qualification, the David and
Goliath-esque battle to get him to compete in the games, and the
international movement that got him there. Guor’s story continues to
unfold: he is a rising star on the marathon circuit and he has the
mission to get South Sudan recognized by the world’s governing body for
athletics so he can finally run under the flag of South Sudan.
Production Team:
Director/Producer/Editor/Cinematographer – Bill Gallagher (Line Producer: If A Tree Falls, Production Manager: Racing Dreams)
About the Production:
Guor was born and raised in Sudan, one of the most underdeveloped
countries in the world. He is now living in Arizona, and hasn’t been
home in 20 years and yet he found a way to become one of the world’s
elite marathon runners. It’s a story about how passion and hard work can
move mountains and inspire a country.
countries in the world. He is now living in Arizona, and hasn’t been
home in 20 years and yet he found a way to become one of the world’s
elite marathon runners. It’s a story about how passion and hard work can
move mountains and inspire a country.
Current Status:
In production.
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