2025
Wild & Free

- North America
Filmmaker: Cameron Cushman
Wild and Free tells the powerful story of Kailey Doran, a Missoula Montana-based mother and wife who found strength and healing through trail running. After escaping two abusive marriages, Kailey turned to the mountains and the trails to reclaim her life and sense of freedom. This short documentary follows her as she tackles the 12-hour ultra race, Running Up For Air, a testament to her resilience and determination. The film concludes with Kailey embracing her desire to live wild and free.
Wild and Free is the first in a series of original documentaries from vvildwood that are being called the Rising Trails series, each showcasing stories of personal transformation and the healing power of nature.
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11 minutes


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