OFF THE RAILS
by Peter Day
synopsis
Rikke Brewer and Aiden Knox struggle with the death of their best friend Nye Newman, and subsequent mental health issues, in very different ways, that threaten to tear them apart. In pursuit of 15million clicks of fame and money, and a career as a youtuber, outgoing Rikke seeks the dangerous thrill of UrbEx stunts as a way to numb his loss and pain. Aiden, more introverted, seeks solace in Parkour, while working menial jobs to pay for his increasing reliance on alcohol. As they process Nye's tragic death, deeper scars from difficult childhoods emerge. Exclusive rights to 10 years of their self-shot archive reveal a rich story of their formative years. As we watch the stunts with sweaty palms and open mouths, we ultimately engage with the warmth and humanity of these two extraordinary young men.
international title: | Off the Rails |
original title: | Off the Rails |
country: | United Kingdom |
sales agent: | Journeyman Pictures |
year: | 2022 |
genre: | documentary |
directed by: | Peter Day |
film run: | 91' |
cinematography by: | Chris Evans, Rob Alexander, Rishi Ghosh-Curling |
film editing: | Rob Alexander |
music: | Nikky French |
producer: | Peter Day, Grant Keir, Rob Alexander |
production: | Faction Films, Faction North, Perfectmotion |