The documentary, 'The Great Southern Country,' centers on Lachlan Morton’s ambitious attempt to break the Around Australia Record, which entails cycling 14,200 kilometers. Remarkably, Morton completed the journey in 30 days, 9 hours, and 59 minutes, surpassing the previous record with an impressive average of over 460 kilometers each day. The film not only showcases the stunning landscapes of rural Australia but also sheds light on Morton’s incredible endurance and resilience in extreme conditions. Additionally, his journey helped raise funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, promoting education for Indigenous children.
With the original record sitting at 37 days, Lachlan managed to smash it in just 30 days, 9 hours, and 59 minutes riding more than 460km per day, every day.
The film vacillates between the stark beauty of rural Australia, and the inspiring ability of Lachlan to push himself well beyond the limit any of us would consider possible.
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