Ride 2022
Serge Ou's gripping documentary Ride (2022) traces the extraordinary journey of two BMX champions whose lives take a dramatic turn after a training accident.
Director: Serge Ou
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ride (2022) about?
Ride (2022) follows BMX rivals Sam and Alise Willoughby as a career-ending accident shatters their lives and careers. Left unable to walk and emotionally withdrawn, they embark on an unlikely partnership that pushes them to reclaim their status as World Champions—this time in roles that redefine their relationship.
Who directed Ride?
Ride was directed by Serge Ou, a filmmaker known for immersive sports documentaries.
Who stars in Ride?
The film stars professional BMX athletes Sam Willoughby and Alise Willoughby as themselves.
Is Ride (2022) worth watching?
As an unrated documentary, Ride offers more than just action—it delivers deep emotional resonance and real-life inspiration. Fans of underdog stories and sports films will find its themes of perseverance and partnership deeply moving.
How long is Ride?
Ride runs for 108 minutes.
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About Ride (2022) — BMX Champions' Unbreakable Bond After Devastating Injury
Serge Ou's gripping documentary Ride (2022) traces the extraordinary journey of two BMX champions whose lives take a dramatic turn after a training accident. Sam Willoughby and Alise Willoughby, once competitive partners from different corners of the world, face a brutal reality—Sams loses the ability to walk, while Alise steps away from the sport entirely. Instead of surrendering to despair, their bond deepens into a new kind of partnership: Sam as rider, Alise as coach. Together, they defy the odds to reclaim their place on the global stage as World Champions, crafting an inspiring tale of resilience and second chances.
Through intimate interviews and breathtaking footage, Ride captures both the highs of victory and the raw vulnerability of rebuilding. The film pulses with the energy of BMX culture but grounds itself in emotional honesty, revealing the human cost behind athletic ambition. With universal themes of love, adaptation, and the pursuit of dreams, Ride transcends its genre to deliver a story about what it truly means to rise again.