
Chasing Niagara
Directed by Rush Sturges
An exhilarating documentary following a tight-knit team of kayakers on a three-year quest to achieve an audacious feat, balancing personal ambition with camaraderie and natural spectacle.
When pro kayaker Rafa Ortiz makes the decision to paddle over Niagara Falls, he sets in motion an incredible series of events that eventually takes on a life of its own. To prepare for this mission, Rafa enlists the help of world-renowned paddler Rush Sturges and a tight team of their friends. Together they go on a remarkable three-year journey from the rainforest rivers of Mexico to the towering waterfalls of the U.S. Northwest. Their journey concludes in Canada where the team plays a cat-and-mouse game with local police before Rafa's mission comes to a heart-stopping climax at the iconic Falls.
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Is Chasing Niagara violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does Chasing Niagara end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is Chasing Niagara sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is Chasing Niagara easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Chasing Niagara scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
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Like Chasing Niagara
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Chasing Niagara
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Chasing Niagara, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Chasing Niagara, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Chasing Niagara, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





















































