[05/30/24 - 09:41 AM] ESPN Films Acquires "Motorcycle Mary", A Thrilling New Short Documentary on the Life of Motorsports Pioneer Mary McGee The film tells the untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.k.a. "Motorcycle Mary", whose racing career spanned thirty years and saw her shatter gender norms while mastering multiple racing disciplines.
[via press release from ESPN]
ESPN Films Acquires "MOTORCYCLE MARY", a Thrilling New Short Documentary on the Life of Motorsports Pioneer Mary McGee
ESPN Films today announced it has acquired the 22-minute documentary short "MOTORCYCLE MARY", soon to become part of ESPN Films' 30 for 30 Shorts catalog. Directed by Haley Watson (in her directorial debut), produced by Rachel Greenwald, and executive produced by two-time Oscar(R) winner Ben Proudfoot and seven-time Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, "MOTORCYCLE MARY" tells the untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.k.a. "Motorcycle Mary", whose racing career spanned thirty years and saw her shatter gender norms while mastering multiple racing disciplines. The documentary short will feature stunning never-before-seen archival footage and photographs from McGee's life.
"Mary McGee's story is not only a testament to her incredible skills and perseverance but also an inspiration to all who dare to break barriers," says Marsha Cooke, Vice President and Executive Producer of ESPN Films. "'MOTORCYCLE MARY' captures her indomitable spirit and the trailblazing legacy she leaves behind in the world of motorsports, and we're looking forward to bringing it to ESPN audiences soon."
Born in Alaska on the eve of World War II, McGee's early life is riddled with fear but, with her older brother Jim's guidance, she conquers her apprehensive nature and discovers the art of composure - a skill that serves her to take on the racetrack. Following in her brother's footsteps, her remarkable racing odyssey begins in the world of cars, where she outshines her male competitors, only to later discover her greatest sense of freedom racing motorcycles. She was the first woman to race motorcycles in the United States. Confronted by sexism and personal tragedy, Mary perseveres, pushing herself to greater and greater heights - culminating in her most hair-raising challenge: Becoming the first person ever to solo the grueling Baja 500 on a motorcycle.
"MOTORCYCLE MARY" is a production of Breakwater Studios.
"MOTORCYCLE MARY" will premiere on the big screen at the 2024 Tribeca Festival in New York where it will make its world premiere in the "Shorts: Personal Best" program on Friday, June 7th (with additional screenings June 13 and 15).
The ESPN premiere will be announced at a later date.
About ESPN Films
ESPN Films has been an industry leader in documentary filmmaking since its inception in March 2008, producing more than 100 documentaries that have showcased some of the most compelling stories in sports. The high quality of storytelling, highlighted by the Peabody and Emmy Award-winning 30 for 30 series and the Academy-Award winning documentary "O.J.: Made in America," has led to record viewership as well as multiple honors and critical acclaim. Additional projects from ESPN Films over the years have included 30 for 30 Shorts, Nine for IX, SEC Storied and Emmy award-winning docu-series "The Last Dance." ESPN+ is the exclusive home for the entire 30 for 30 library.
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