"Spirit of the Marathon II" -- the sequel to the hugely successful and critically acclaimed "Spirit of the Marathon" is now in production. The film will feature the stories of an entirely new cast of runners from first-time marathoners to the world's elite all running the Rome Marathon!
Opening with the magnificent spectacle of the start to the Rome Marathon itself in front of one of the worlds most iconic landmarks -- the ancient Colosseum -- the film will then begin taking us through 26.2 miles of Rome's most visually stunning streets and awe inspiring landmarks. En route each featured athlete will be introduced and their back stories will evolve along the way. The gradual revelation of who these individuals are along with their reasons for running will culminate as they approach the grand Arch of Constantine and once again arrive at the Colosseum making one final breathtaking circle before crossing the finish line. And like the first "Spirit of the Marathon", additionally supporting each runner's story, many of the world's greatest marathon runners past and present will provide commentary and historical anecdotes throughout the film.
Expanding upon the first film, "Spirit of the Marathon II" will further articulate the unique story of the marathon and deepen it's meaning and significance for runners, endurance athletes and society.
The film will be released in March 2013.
"Spirit of the Marathon I" was released in 2008. It grossed more than $1 million dollars at the U.S. box office and it has been distributed worldwide.
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