In this deeply inspiring documentary, we follow Beatie Deutsch — an ultra-Orthodox Jewish mother of five — as she dares to chase the ultimate dream: qualifying for the Olympic marathon. After leaving competitive athletics for family and faith, Beatie’s journey takes her from the streets of Jerusalem to races in Berlin, Seville and Kenya, navigating injuries, societal expectations and the relentless stopwatch.

What emerges is more than a sporting story — it’s a portrait of courage, identity and reinvention. Beatie refuses to choose between devotion and ambition: she trains while keeping kosher, parenting while pacing the pavement, and claiming her place on the start line despite invisible barriers. Her mantra, “Life is so much more than winning races… the only thing I’m going to take with me is the choices I make to expand my soul,” serves as a rallying cry for anyone balancing faith, family and the fierce pursuit of a dream.

From its world-stage premiere through throngs of cheering spectators, Marathon Mom has earned its place among the most powerful stories of our time. It has been named an Official Selection of the 2025 Miami Jewish Film Festival, cementing its status as a film that moves both heart and feet.