"It's
not just uphill, every step is uphill." What is this mountain running
phenomena and how can there be a 50-year history of running up New England's
most arduous and tallest peak? RUNNING THE ROCKPILE takes you up just one hill
for the climb of a lifetime. With insight from the race’s key figures as well
as appearances by world-renown runners Jacqueline Gareau and John J. Kelley.
Premiering in New Hampshire at
the base of Mount Washington for the 51st running of the road race
in 2011, the film also screened at the Portland, Maine Film
Festival and the Somewhat North Of Boston (SNOB) Film Festival, winning best
short documentary and best new director at the latter. Additionally it has been
selected as featured content at several regional events including the USA Track
& Field New England Regional Meeting.
FILMMAKER BIO:
An avid runner and adventurer, Kate Avery has
been crafting stories with a camera since she was nine. This is her first
theatrical release. With a passion for history, Avery's projects convey ideas,
patterns and stories to a wide range of audiences through the film medium. It
is her hope to inspire critical thought processes in the quest for both simple
and complex truths. Outside of filmmaking her passions revolve around craft
beer, kayaking, and VW Jettas. Stay connected with Avery’s upcoming projects at
kitchentabledocs.com
