McCarren Park Pool
Lorimer St & Bayard St
This event has passed.
-
Sync or Swim
- When
-
Monday Aug 18, 2008 (8pm)
- Where
-
- Price
-
$5 suggested donation
- Links
Note:
An (empty) pool party, with music and drinks, begins at 6 pm.
After Murderball (2005), synchronized swimming just doesn't seem as edgy anymore. Still, incredibly skilled athletes continue to don their noseplugs and swim caps with pride, and tirelessly train for the ultimate goal: Olympic glory. Cheryl Furjanic's documentary follows the 2004 US team on its quest for gold, illuminating the artistry, hard work, and sacrifice often overlooked by those who ridicule the sport. After a car accident results in an injured teammate and severe legal problems, the team rallies behind its colleague and braves a media storm on the way to Athens. McCarren Park Pool provides a rather fitting venue.
