Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race (2015)
The history of the first women’s cross-country air race and the legacy today.
The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.
Director: Kara Martinelli
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: July 24, 2015
Cast
- Michaela McManus - Self - Narrator (voice)
- Liz Duchez - Powder Puff Derby Reenactor
Screenplay
Cinematography: Adam White
Production: Hemlock Films, Western Reserve PBS
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
aviation, woman director
More Films by Director: Kara Martinelli
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race about?
- The first Women’s Air Derby was flown in 1929 with brave women making history by breaking into a competition that was thought to be for men only. They encountered sabotage, death, and all the difficulties of flying at the dawn of aviation. Today the Powder Puff Derby continues as the Air Race Classic. The modern-day racers carry out the legacy of the original racers with their adventurous spirit.
- Who directed Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race was directed by Kara Martinelli.
- Who stars in Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race stars Michaela McManus, Liz Duchez.
- How long is Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race?
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race is a Documentary film.
- Where was Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race produced?
- Beyond the Powder: The Legacy of the First Women's Cross-Country Air Race was produced in United States of America.