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“There's an almost telepathic or invisible support, like a cord that connects these two guys, because they've been together their whole life. And that kind of connection is something unique and is their strength.” - Leopard Trek manager Brian Nygaard
Andy and Fränk Schleck, two of the world's best professional cyclists and national heroes in Luxembourg, were the favourites to win the 2011 Tour de France. This beautifully shot documentary follows the brothers and their cycling team, Leopard Trek, as they prepare for the greatest cycling event in the world.
This is an intimate cinematic portrait of two brothers and a team under pressure to live up to the expectations of their country. The Road Uphill documents the relationships, motivations and belief systems integral to Leopard Trek - core aspects of the team that are not usually exposed by television reportage.
Screens with the FOCUS FORWARD short The Invisible Bicycle Helmet (Sweden, 3 mins).
Director Jean-Louis Schuller is a guest of the festival.
D Jean-Louis Schuller P David Grumbach, Paul Thiltges WS Paul Thiltges Distributions L English, French, German, Luxembourgish w/English subtitles TD DCP/2011