1 Way Up: The Story of Peckham BMX

Aug 10 2014 N/A 1h 6m
Action, Animation, Documentary

1 Way Up tells the inspirational story of Tre and Quillan, two teenage boys on the road to the BMX World Championships. They hope to escape one of the toughest gang neighborhoods in London with the only thing they have - a bike. The film follows them on their path - from early preparations, to victories and defeats on the race track, to relationships with their friends and families.

Plot

1 Way Up in 3D is the story of the Peckham BMX Club and two teens on the road to the BMX World Championships. They hope to escape one of the toughest gang neighborhoods in London with the only thing they have - a bike. Defying all odds, they race to the top of the BMX ranks and off the streets. The film challenges stereotypes of youth born into poverty and proves it's not about where you're from but where you're heading that defines one's character.

Written by

Percelle Ascott, Dee Kaate, Norina Mackey

Directed by

Amy Mathieson

Cast

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Awards

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# of Votes
38
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
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