Confessions of a Runner

An accomplished trail runner as he shares his story of healing and redemption while pursuing the record for completing the 470-km (290 mi) Lebanon Mountain Trail.

Ultra-running evokes notions of insanity, dedication, and the pursuit of mind over body. A blend of eye-popping scenery, extreme human achievement, and revealing personal stories, Confessions of a Runner features Patrick Vaughan, an accomplished trail runner as he shares his story of healing and redemption while pursuing the record for completing the 470-kilometre Lebanon Mountain Trail, traversing from Syria to the Israeli border.

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Confessions of a Runner (Trailer)

An accomplished trail runner as he shares his story of healing and redemption while pursuing the record for completing the 470-km (290 mi) Lebanon Mountain Trail.
Filmmaker: Bachar Khattar
Award Winning, FKT, Long-Distance Trails, Mental Health, Running