Solo (2008)

Directed by

David Michôd

Genre

documentary film

Country

Australia

Runtime

55 min

Rated

M

Rating

5.5 of 10 from 12 voters

Elsewhere

IMDb

How it feels

This documentary follows Australian adventurer Andrew McAuley as he attempts to kayak alone from Tasmania to New Zealand. After a month lost at sea, his kayak and video diaries are recovered but his body is not. The film combines those tapes, preparation footage, and interviews with his family and support team to tell his story.

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What happens

Solo (also known as Solo: Lost at Sea and Solitary Endeavour on the Southern Ocean) is a 2008 documentary film directed by David Michod and Jennifer Peedom. It narrates the story of Australian adventurer Andrew McAuley who attempted a solo kayak crossing from Tasmania to New Zealand. After a month at sea, his mission ended in tragedy. His body was never recovered but his kayak was, as were video tapes documenting his journey. These tapes, together with footage of McAuley's preparation and interviews with his support crew including wife Vicki, form the basis of this documentary. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

Trailer

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