Billy Runs Boston

FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH with Blake Melnick

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Tony Marra joins us in an inspiring discussion on the convergence of running, mental health, and film making. Tony's latest project, "Billy Runs Boston," beautifully captures the emotional and mental aspects of the sport.
Drawing from his own experiences, he explores how running interweaves with personal struggles and triumphs, enriching the film's narrative with genuine depth and resonance.
Tony crafts an independent film with just an iPhone 7, following in the footsteps of pioneering filmmakers like Sean Baker. We uncover the hurdles he overcame, from technical challenges to financial constraints, and the ingenious ways he promoted the film. By collaborating with local running clubs and independent cinemas, Tony not only widened his audience but also fostered a community that celebrates both running and grassroots film making.
We delve into the world of the Boston Marathon's qualifying process and experience the anticipation and determination that define this iconic event.
We wrap up with an invitation to the film's final screening at the Hot Docs Festival, where audiences can engage with Tony in a lively Q&A session. For those unable to make it, the film will be accessible online, ensuring everyone can hear Tony's remarkable journey...For What it's Worth
The music for this episode, Lucky Time is performed by our current artist in residence, #TracyJones from his album #LuckyTime
You can find out more about Tracy by visiting the Blog Post for his episode

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1. Billy Runs Boston (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Running and Mental Health (00:00:21)

3. iPhone Filmmaking and Running Clubs (00:06:34)

4. Unconventional Filmmaking Decisions and Storytelling (00:14:44)

5. Boston Marathon Qualifying and Filmmaking (00:25:05)

6. Billy Runs Boston Q&A and Screening (00:35:58)