Party in the Pueblo

Directed by James Q. Martin

Screening: Thursday, 9/26 @ 1:00pm | Run Time: 13 min

Synopsis

Party in the Pueblo is about 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo, the Burning Man of mountain bike racing. Once a year in Southern Arizona a town pops up overnight to facilitate 24 hours of mountain bike racing. It’s a celebration involving the best fun and the coolest people. The race is 16 miles long and people do as many laps as possible within 24 hours. The event raises money for non profit organizations and the El Grupo Camp teaches children how to ride.

Director Statement

James Q Martin (aka “Q”) is an acclaimed adventure photographer and award-winning filmmaker whose work has been featured worldwide. Inquisitive, spirited and dedicated to regional and international conservation and social efforts, Q has traveled extensively throughout the American Southwest and to 35 countries documenting the stories of world-class athletes, artists, conservationists, filmmakers and scientists who inspire him. By capturing their compassion for special places on film, he hopes to raise awareness for issues facing our communities worldwide, and to unite people taking steps to preserve and protect these places for future generations.

James Q. Martin