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Singlehanders

Singlehanders

1982•49m
Documentary

Follow two Canadians, Bob Lush and Mike Birch, aboard their yachts during the 1980 Observer Singlehanded Transatlantic Race. More than a record of this prestigious international sailing event, the resulting film is the starting point for an epic of challenge and determination.

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Production

ONF | NFB

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Cyril Byrne

Narrator

Bob Lush

Self

Mike Birch

Mike Birch

Self

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