This week we finally review HANDS ON A HARDBODY: THE DOCUMENTARY(1997) thanks to a tip from Ashley’s brother about streaming options. This surprisingly moving film by S.R. Bindler documents the human drama surrounding an endurance competition to win a Nissan Hardbody pickup where 24 contestants stand with their hands on the truck until only one is left standing. This was Ashley’s introduction to the wonderful world of independent documentaries. Somehow Dave never managed to see it even though it was still playing at the dearly departed Dobie Theater across from UT when he started film school there.
Links:
- Stream Hands on a Hardbody
- “You Gotta Have the Mettle” – Leah Churner, Austin Chronicle. 4/19/2013
Shut Up and Watch This 