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Learning to Fly

August 29, 2025 1h 43m

Released just last year. Learning to Fly is a documentary film. directed by Max Lowe.

Synopsis

Aisha McAdams, a former competitive runner turned photographer, embarks on a journey to document the triumphs and struggles of famed ultra trailrunners, including Jim Walmsley and Eszter Csillag. Traveling to mythical races—the Western States Endurance Run in the mountains of eastern California, the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc in the French Alps—the film marvels at athletes who maintain their intensity as they run 100 miles of mountain trails while climbing thousands of vertical feet.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 29, 2025 4 months ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 5 more

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Learning to Fly about?

Aisha McAdams, a former competitive runner turned photographer, embarks on a journey to document the triumphs and struggles of famed ultra trailrunners, including Jim Walmsley and Eszter Csillag. T...

Who directed Learning to Fly?

Learning to Fly was directed by Max Lowe.

How long is Learning to Fly?

Learning to Fly has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Learning to Fly released?

Learning to Fly was released on August 29, 2025 in theaters.