"There's an often-quoted adage that says, "Be kind to everyone you meet, because you don't know what they're going through." It asks us to acknowledge that life can be difficult for everyone, regardless of how happy or successful they seem on the surface. This is the theme that will resound in your head as you view "Katharina," a raw, deeply honest, and awe-inspiring film following Katharina Hartmuth over an 12-month period starting in 2024."
"The opening scene immediately immerses us in Hartmuth's world. The purposeful shots follow Hartmuth to the 2024 Hardrock 100 start line in Silverton, Colorado. She describes the mountains as her "happy place" and says that running in them is "almost like visiting friends." Hartmuth, who is German but lives in Switzerland, is one of the most prolific runners on the global circuit."
"Hartmuth, who is German but lives in Switzerland, is one of the most prolific runners on the global circuit. Her most recent accomplishment is a third-place finish at the 2025 UTMB, where this film made its world premiere. But for anyone who's been following her career closely, it's clear that her runs at UTMB and other events in the past two years have not come easily."
Katharina Hartmuth is followed over a 12-month period beginning in 2024, capturing major race results and day-to-day realities. The year includes a win at the 2024 Tor des Géants and third-place finishes at the 2024 and 2025 Hardrock 100, along with a third-place finish at the 2025 UTMB. The period also contains recurring injuries, a knee surgery, and significant mental-health struggles that trace back to a knee injury sustained after being hit by a car while cycling. Cinematography, editing, and carefully chosen music create immersive, emotionally resonant scenes that balance triumph and hardship.
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