Thank you so much for allowing us to experience Lettura’s journey to New York and also for letting us experience a part of his world. What a wonderful film. Thank you so very much!
Anthony Edwards travels to the Maasai Mara in Kenya to bring a Maasai to New York city to run the Marathon.Anthony Edwards (ER, Top Gun) met Ole Kane Lettura while Lettura was working as a scout for a safari company in western Kenya. Lettura had a natural ease about him and warmth towards the Edwards’ family that was immediately ingratiating. Lettura took Anthony for a run around the safari camp one day and shared that he loved to run. Edwards a basic recreational runner had an idea that it would be great to give Lettura the opportunity to run in the New York City Marathon. Not to win the race but like thousands of other runners to participate.
From the Mara to the Marathon
Release Year: 2009 Duration: 63 min Availability: Worldwide Related: International, Sports & Hobbies Anthony Edwards (ER, Top Gun) met Ole Kane Lettura while Lettura was working as a scout for a safari company in western Kenya. Lettura had a natural ease about him and warmth towards the Edwards’ family that was immediately ingratiating. Lettura took Anthony for a run around the safari camp one day and shared that he loved to run. Edwards a basic recreational runner had an idea that it would be great to give Lettura the opportunity to run in the New York City Marathon. Not to win the race but like thousands of other runners to participate.
Directed by Anthony Edwards Shot by Bert Atkinson and Kelly Evans Edited by Michael S. Smith Original score by Jim Papoulis Many thanks to Ole Kane Lettura for sharing his family, home and spirit with us. This film would have been impossible to make with out the support and guidance from Nick, Betsy, Will and Ginny Cowell. For more information and the adventure of a lifetime please contact Mara under Canvas at maraundercanvas.com Report a Technical Issue If you're having any difficulties viewing the film or have any playback-related technical questions, contact us using our general feedback page.
Comments Posted 11/16/09 by Robin
Thank you so much for allowing us to experience Lettura’s journey to New York and also for letting us experience a part of his world. What a wonderful film. Thank you so very much! Posted 11/13/09 by Lala
Yes...they develop strong friendships. I have Kenyans as co-workers..However, women are not treated like they should.
Posted 11/11/09 by Gym Diva
Beautiful story. People fulfilling their dreams through sports is always a great thing. |
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