A series of short films devoted to the bicycle and all who ride will be shown at Avoca Beach on Sunday, November 7.
The Big Bike Film Night showcases the colourful array of cycling genres worldwide.
“Our vision with this event is to share the best cycling short films from around the world,” New Zealand-based curator, Brett Cotter, said.
“We focus on the ‘human interest’ side and these films are a great reminder of why we love to ride with stories that celebrate the fun, adventure and inspiration that cycling enables.
“I can’t wait to introduce this film fest style event to Central Coast bike and film fans.
“COVID-19 sparked a bike boom and with this, Australians are embracing all things bicycle related.”
The line-up of films includes: one man’s mission to ride every street around New Zealand; an unusual Victorian pastime taking place in modern London; an Australian female rider who goes back in time to carry the stories of the past into the future; four adventurers bike rafting and riding through challenging landscapes, following the historical trails to and from one of New Zealand’s most significant rivers; the story of a BMX Club and its dream of becoming the number one club in the UK; a film that celebrates the growing, sustainable type of tourism where everyone is a winner; and a unique bike builder who builds off-road cycles that help change people’s lives.
Cotter said one film stands out.
‘Focus’ follows Steve Bate, who at the age of 34 was given the devastating news that his eyesight was degenerating.
The film documents Bate’s journey as he participates in the Rovaniemi 150, a gruelling self-supported fat bike race through the Arctic tundra of Finnish Lapland, where temperatures can drop below -35°C.
With the long hours of darkness testing his limited eyesight even further, the race gives Bate one of his greatest challenges to date.
Cotter said theatregoers could expect action, drama, humour and plenty of inspiration in the mix, including a number of international and award-winning films.
The Big Bike Film Night screens at Avoca Beach Theatre at 6pm on November 7.
For more information and to buy tickets visit go to www.bigbikefilmnight.nz.
Source:
Media release, Oct 18
Brett Cotter