HEADWINDS
An Unforgettable Documentary Film
Swiss launch: In select theatres in 2022, aired on Swiss TV SRF1 on July 21, 2024.
Official Trailer
Languages:
German (Original),
English narration and subtitled
Click on thumbnail to watch trailer
Story
After losing both legs in a tragic accident, Rüdi refuses to give up on his dream. With his friend Lars by his side, he embarks on a daring mission to sail the entire Mediterranean coast. From Gibraltar in Spain, along the coast of France and Monaco to Palermo in Italy. Nearly 4,000 kilometers in 30 days.
That means 10 to 12 hours of sailing every day in all conditions. And all this in a confined space of 2 x 2 meters. In addition to the wind and waves, the physical and mental challenges seem impossible to overcome.
Will he make it to the finish line?
Review on outnow.ch
Of course, there are many moments on the open sea in the movie Headwinds. Between high seas and stormy weather, the two men on their small boat are often at the limit of what is possible. And yet, the movie doesn't just draw its appeal from these action scenes. The people behind the scenes, the helpers in the second row, the teamwork and the openness with which they deal with disappointment, anger and pain are very compelling and touching.
“Very exciting movie. Very motivating and inspiring.”
“The movie shows how people from different situations and backgrounds can achieve great things together.”
“Exciting from beginning to end. Great emotions told in beautiful images!”
Where to Watch
Switzerland
In theaters summer 2022
On Swiss TV SRF1 starting July 21, 2024
Cast & Crew
René von Gunten | Director, Cinematographer
“This is a story about two rebels. Two who do things differently. And even if we sometimes ignore people like them, they are the ones who change the world.”
Rüdiger Böhm | Film Subject
As a top athlete, Rüdi loses both of his legs and almost his life in a training accident. Today, he is once again a top athlete who has a passion for extreme challenges. He pushes himself to his limits, and often beyond.
Lars Kyprian | Film Subject
The former Swiss sailing champion dares the impossible together with Rüdi: Conquer the Mediterranean Sea on an ultra-light sport catamaran.
Gallery
Scenes from the Movie
Release
Release CH-D: 05/26/2022
Production: Switzerland, 2022
Languages: German (Original), English narration and subtitled
Runtime: 97 minutes
SUISA: 1016.621
Suisa Nr: 1759945
Rated: PG13
Genres: Documentary, Sports, Adventure
Distribution Switzerland: MovieBiz Films, www.moviebizfilms.com
Credits
Cast
Rüdiger Böhm
Lars Kyprian
Agostino Poli
Giovanni Poli
Fiore Capone
Michele Di Fede
Crew
Director, Cinematographer: René von Gunten
2nd Unit: Director, Cinematographer: Andreas Hilkinger
Drone Pilot: Michele Di Fede
Sound Postproduction: Bobby Gertsch, nice noise in Bern
Narration: Michael-Che Koch (German), TBD (English)
Additional Footage: Alexander Wegmann, Levina Jana Kaspar, Dionys Frei, Rüdiger Böhm, Lars Kyprian, Nico Kyprian, Franz Josef Aichner
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Alec Wolgroth and Andrea Brun, Halsundbeinbruchfilm GmbH, Zürich
Simon Steuri, Director and Author, Los Angeles
Tech
Main Cameras
Sony a7M3
Sony FX3
Main Lenses
Sony Vario-Tessar FE 16-35mm f/4 ZA OSS
Sony Vario-Tessar FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS
Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
Other CruCial Equipment
GoPro Hero 7 Black Cameras
DJI Mavic Pro Drone
Zhiyun-Tech WEEBILL-S Gimbal
Freewell Magnetic Lens Filters
Peak Design Capture Clip System, Think Tank Carrying Solutions, Lowepro Bags & Backpacks
Contacts
producer
Rüdiger Böhm Motivation & Coaching
ruedigerboehm.ch
distribution
Switzerland: MovieBiz Films
moviebizfilms.com
Director & Cinematographer
René von Gunten
storyfilm.studio
