I'm glad a film is coming out but the quote from Deena Kastor might be the most ridiculous PR quote I've ever read on so many levels..
Deena Kastor said:
“This just may be the most socially significant documentary of our time,†said Kastor. “Running is a common thread allowing people of all ages and abilities to get the best out of themselves and contribute to a better world. The Boston Marathon is the most prestigious race for every runner to aspire to running. For many, getting to the starting line is a victory in itself. For others, winning the event places them permanently among the world’s most accomplished runners. This race has such a rich history and the film looks to share that story to inspire and encourage all current and future runners and pay homage to all those who have shaped this glorious event.â€
Where to begin?
1. A documentary on running is the "most socially significant documentary of our time. Really? Yes, most documentaries seem to be about musicians but wouldn't an Inconvenient Truth or Fog of War top it?
2. "The Boston Marathon is the most prestigious race for every runner to aspire to running."
Really? The Olympics aren't bigger at a minimum? How many of the top marathoners in the world over say the last 15 years have ever run the race.
Khannouchi? No. Paula R? No. Haile G? No. Paul Tergat? No. Geb? No.
I'm not saying the Boston race isn't special. It's very special - but Boston please stop braging about how superior you are to everyone else.