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The film tells the amazing story of Sir Roger Bannister’s grandson Barney Townsend and his team’s attempt at the World Human Powered Vehicle land speed record at Battle Mountain Nevada which stands at an eye watering 89.5 mph. Think Cool Runnings meets F1 Drive to Survive as Barney and the team tackle a missing bike, high speed crashes, team member departures, serious design flaws and injury. Its a story of perseverance beyond limits and of community, as the team discover that their competitors can also be their greatest allies.The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Michael B Clifford, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's Sarah Ansari, and Women In Tandem's Emily Wilczek, hosted by Mark Morgan from the UK Green Film Network.
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Broadway Cinema, 14-18 Broad Street,Nottingham, United Kingdom
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