『Chasing South』@SALLYS RUNNING DEPT.
Thanks to this opportunity, we are pleased to be able to hold an independent screening of the Patagonia film "Chasing South" at SALLYS RUNNING DEPT.
This is a documentary film that follows trail runner Minami Keisuke, who has been attracting attention for some time, as he attempts to set a new fastest time (FKT) on the Grand Randonnée 10 (GR10) in France.
I am truly grateful that SALLYS was chosen as the venue for the Hokuriku area. Just watching the trailer has already captured my heart, and I am really looking forward to the screening on the day.
This content is recommended not only for those who are interested in trail running, but also for those who want to understand why people challenge themselves to the extreme.
Please come to the venue and join us for this valuable visual experience.
『Chasing South』@SALLYS RUNNING DEPT.
Date and time: Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (Registration begins at 7:00 PM)
■Venue: Yamamachi Valley (6 Komademachi, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture) *Screening will be held in the tatami room space within the facility ■Capacity: 25 people (first come, first served)
■Participation fee: 1,000 yen
"Chasing South" is a documentary that follows trail runner Keisuke Minami's attempt to set the fastest time (FKT) for the Grand Randonnée 10 (GR10).
The 914km route across the Pyrenees Mountains in the south of France usually takes 45 to 60 days to complete, but Keisuke Minami aimed to complete it in just over nine days. The gruelling journey, with a cumulative elevation gain of 51,400m, meant he had to battle extreme fatigue, accumulating pain, unforgiving weather, and loneliness.
Why is he pushing himself so hard? Is he just chasing a record, or is he chasing something else?
Tenacity, perseverance, and conflict—what is the "liberation" that lies beyond running? This is a soulful documentary that delves into the innermost thoughts of athletes who challenge themselves to the limits.
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Keisuke Minami
A trail runner originally from Hokkaido, he travels the world in search of longer, more challenging trails to push his limits. When he's not running, he's engaged in environmental conservation activities in the Ogasawara Islands, far from Tokyo, such as building fences to prevent the invasion of invasive species and cleaning up marine debris.
Marco Louie
Marco is a Hong Kong-born photographer, writer, and design researcher. While active in a wide range of fields, his roots lie in his work as a journalist for over 10 years. Drawing on this experience, he continues to pursue his passion for telling real, profound human stories. Chasing South is Marco's first documentary film.
Application: https://moshicom.com/122746/
