Any One of Us
Inspiring journey of a paralyzed extreme athlete
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About Any One of Us
Released: 2019
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVPG
Run time: 1h 28m
Cast
Paul Basagoitia, Nichole Munk
About Any One of Us
"Any One of Us" is a powerful and inspiring 2019 documentary film that explores the highs and lows of Paul Basagoitia's journey after suffering a life-changing spinal cord injury. A revered and professional mountain biker, Basagoitia's life takes a drastic turn when he experiences a horrific fall which leaves him with a severe spinal cord injury. The film beautifully captures his struggles, resilience, emotional turmoil, and persistent effort towards recovery. The documentary offers a real and raw portrayal of human fortitude in the face of adversity and has a TVPG content rating, making it appropriate for all ages.
Making / Production
"Any One of Us" is directed by Fernando Villena and brilliantly put together by Red Bull Media House and HBO Documentary Films. Recognizing the earth-shattering impact of Basagoitia’s accident, the crew followed his journey from the start, creating a deeply intimate and authentic portrayal of his struggles and triumphs. The film uses a mix of real-time recordings, interviews, and flashbacks to craft a comprehensive narrative of Basagoitia's life post-accident.
Actors
- Paul Basagoitia: He plays himself in this documentary, displaying raw and real emotions as he struggles and fights his way through the recovery process.
Trivia / Interesting Facts about it
- Not only does 'Any One of Us' chronicle Basagoitia's recovery from his spinal cord injury, but it also sheds light on the lives of several other spinal cord injury patients, showing how such trauma can impact anyone's life.
- The film largely uses Basagoitia's own self-recorded videos during his hospitalization and recovery phases, providing an intensely intimate look into his journey.
Soundtrack
- The intense, emotional, and inspiring moments in the film are masterfully amplified by a riveting and poignant soundtrack that complements each scene perfectly.
- The music for the film has been composed by Nathan Matthew David, who deliciously blends emotional and dramatic elements in the score to enhance the storytelling.
About Any One of Us
Any One of Us explores professional mountain biker Paul Basagoitia's life-changing journey following a devastating spinal cord injury.
