The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young
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In its first 25 years only 10 people have finished The Barkley Marathons. Based on a historic prison escape, this cult like race tempts people from around the world to test their limits of physical and mental endurance in this documentary that contemplates the value of pain.
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This documentary is a deep dive into the brutal allure of the Barkley Marathons. It's a raw, unflinching look at human endurance pushed to its absolute breaking point, exploring the psychological toll and the almost spiritual quest for completion.
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