The Land Beyond the River


60m 1998

Brief Synopsis

In 1995, filmmaker Taran Davies traveled to Central Asia for the "world's greatest horseback marathon," an event to honor the region's heritage and celebrate its recent independence from the Soviet Union. Follows 1500 contestants as they race 1200 miles along the Silk Road -- the ancient trade route

Film Details

Also Known As
Land Beyond the River
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Wicklow Films

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

In 1995, filmmaker Taran Davies traveled to Central Asia for the "world's greatest horseback marathon," an event to honor the region's heritage and celebrate its recent independence from the Soviet Union. Follows 1500 contestants as they race 1200 miles along the Silk Road -- the ancient trade route that stretches from the Mediterranean to China.

Film Details

Also Known As
Land Beyond the River
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1998
Production Company
Wicklow Films

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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