What People are Saying — Comments From the Special Private Screening 9/7/2008
“Oh, m’gosh, Lesley!! Awesome, awesome, awesome!!!!!!! Roger & I were both blown away by all of it – incredible production values, your music – amazing & powerful – great photography and editing – and oh, my God, precious Keegan’s story. Love to all of you & a huge way-to-go!!”
Kathy & Roger Cawthon
(Cancer Survivors)
“You hit a grand slam!!…Just wanted to tell you again what a fabulous documentary!!…We couldn't stop talking about the film, the generosity of spirit of all those individuals to share their stories. Their tenacious spirit was awe inspiring to say the least…You were complimented when my Dad said they should show that movie to everyone newly diagnosed when you're not sure how you're going to put one foot in front of the other. He couldn't get over how well you captured the essence of it all thru a marathon.”
Sheila Shaughnessy
(Sheila's father has mantle cell lymphoma)
“I hope that your film can be shared with many many people around the world… The film is inspiring. It makes me want to do a lot more to help others and myself…exactly what you want it to do”.
Beth Vorwaller
Real Estate Developer
"Your film was amazing! So inspiring! I could not stop thinking about it. I went home that afternoon and was supposed to work on a project but I couldn't concentrate because I kept thinking about the film. When I woke up this morning I was still thinking about it. I'll never look at runners in the same way ever again!"
Marilyn Miglin
Cosmetics Doyenne & Motivational Speaker
“What a great movie. You should be very proud of your efforts. It covered the essence of Why They Run.”
Brendan Cournane
Head Running Coach - Chicago Endurance Sports
(Former Team In Training Head Coach)
"Congratulations on 'WHY THEY RUN'! It is truly a great achievement that will stand the test of time… The film is truly a tribute to the runners, the honorees, and the cause...and not to be too ‘sappy’, a tribute to the human spirit! You, and your team, really caught some special moments in time. I hope this project finds audiences everywhere and that you will find inspiration over and over again!"
Sarah Crane
Philanthropist
"All I have to say is Bravo! You got it. You captured it! It really made me want to get back out there and go.”
Giffen Trotter
Team In Training Alumni
“What a wonderful, inspiring film – congratulations! While it brought tears to my eyes, it wasn’t at all cloying, and I loved the way the runners were directly connected to the cancer sufferers. Thank you for making it, and then sharing it with us.”
Helen Vander Voort
Philanthropist
