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MOTORCYCLE MARY (2024)
Run Time: 22:00
Producer: Rachel Greenwald, Breakwater Studios
Director: Haley Watson
Editor: Cody Wilson
Key Cast: Mary McGee
FILM MAKERS
ESPN Films announced it has acquired the 22-minute documentary short “MOTORCYCLE MARY”, soon to become part of ESPN Films’ 30 for 30 Shorts catalog. Directed by Haley Watson (in her directorial debut), produced by Rachel Greenwald, and executive produced by two-time Oscar® winner Ben Proudfoot and seven-time Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, “MOTORCYCLE MARY” tells the untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.k.a. “Motorcycle Mary”, whose racing career spanned thirty years and saw her shatter gender norms while mastering multiple racing disciplines. The documentary short will feature stunning never-before-seen archival footage and photographs from McGee’s life.
“Mary McGee’s story is not only a testament to her incredible skills and perseverance but also an inspiration to all who dare to break barriers,” says Marsha Cooke, Vice President and Executive Producer of ESPN Films. “‘MOTORCYCLE MARY’ captures her indomitable spirit and the trailblazing legacy she leaves behind in the world of motorsports, and we’re looking forward to bringing it to ESPN audiences soon.”
SUMMARY
Born in Alaska on the eve of World War II, McGee’s early life is riddled with fear but, with her older brother Jim’s guidance, she conquers her apprehensive nature and discovers the art of composure—a skill that serves her to take on the racetrack. Following in her brother’s footsteps, her remarkable racing odyssey begins in the world of cars, where she outshines her male competitors, only to later discover her greatest sense of freedom racing motorcycles. She was the first woman to race motorcycles in the United States. Confronted by sexism and personal tragedy, Mary perseveres, pushing herself to greater and greater heights—culminating in her most hair-raising challenge: Becoming the first person ever to solo the grueling Baja 500 on a motorcycle.
“MOTORCYCLE MARY” is a production of Breakwater Studios.
“MOTORCYCLE MARY” will premiere on the big screen at the 2024 Tribeca Festival in New York where it will make its world premiere in the “Shorts: Personal Best” program on Friday, June 7th (with additional screenings June 13 and 15).
The ESPN premiere will be announced at a later date.
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Know what I really appreciate and respect about these pioneering women ?
They weren’t doing to prove a point …. they weren’t doing it for the media attention …. they weren’t doing it to become famous or wealthy .
They did it because they LOVED it … and wanted to do it …. for themselves …. damn the detractors … and why the ( bleep ) was anyone detracting anyhow ?
Which is the polar opposite of just about every goram Hipster female rider I’ve run across these days ! For them … its all about going viral … becoming a ‘ brand ‘ ( in order to sell cheap crap no one really wants or needs and will never use once they’ve gotten it ) …. becoming ….. well … you know 😉
The difference between the real …. and blatant BS !
So yeah … can’t wait for this to hit the small screen … and to ( bleep ) with all the snowflake wanna be’s desperate for undeserved attention
FYI ; Definition time ;
Viral … an excuse to pay attention to something thats none of your goram business
PS; Molto grazie fer this as well Corrina … yer on a roll …. keep it up
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Nice … though no date is given ESPN has this on constant rotation advertising wise . Just wish they’d give a firm date