Racing the Rez (2012)

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Racing the Rez reveals the transformative potential of cross-country running at the team level. The story follows two rival high school teams focusing on five teens growing up on the Navajo and Hopi reservations — two distinct cultures but both richly steeped in the legacy of running as a powerful cultural tradition and a sport. Unfolding over two years of careful, patient observation, this documentary offers a rare view into the surprising complexity and diversity of contemporary reservation life, from the point of view of the young runners.

Director: Brian Truglio
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
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Editing: Sean Sandefur
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

sports, native american, navajo, cross country running, hopi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Racing the Rez about?
Racing the Rez reveals the transformative potential of cross-country running at the team level. The story follows two rival high school teams focusing on five teens growing up on the Navajo and Hopi reservations — two distinct cultures but both richly steeped in the legacy of running as a powerful cultural tradition and a sport. Unfolding over two years of careful, patient observation, this documentary offers a rare view into the surprising complexity and diversity of contemporary reservation life, from the point of view of the young runners.
Who directed Racing the Rez?
Racing the Rez was directed by Brian Truglio.
How long is Racing the Rez?
Racing the Rez has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
What genre is Racing the Rez?
Racing the Rez is a Documentary film.