OFF THE RAILS is a documentary about two extreme urban stunt performers, Rikke Brewer and Aiden Knox.
UrbEx stunts documentary OFF THE RAILS celebrated its UK Premiere at Sheffield DocFest on 24 June 2022. https://sheffdocfest.com/film/rails
Synopsis: Rikke Brewer and Aiden Knox struggle with the death of their best friend Nye Newman, and subsequent mental health issues, in very different ways, that threaten to tear them apart. In pursuit of 15million clicks of fame and money, and a career as a youtuber, outgoing Rikke seeks the dangerous thrill of UrbEx stunts as a way to numb his loss and pain. Aiden, more introverted, seeks solace in Parkour, while working menial jobs to pay for his increasing reliance on alcohol. As they process Nye’s tragic death, deeper scars from difficult childhoods emerge.
Rikke finds and loses his first love. While the pressures of social media become a struggle. He gets arrested but somehow avoids a prison sentence. He gets millions of hits, but nearly dies on a stunt that goes horribly wrong.
Aiden struggles when his Mum dies of cancer. His best mate, Nye, dies in his arms. Aiden’s Dad kicks him out. Despite it all Aiden changes, he comes to terms with being an adult. We also see Rikke change in the most unexpected way. Until his past and prison, catches up with him.
Exclusive rights to 10 years of their self-shot archive, reveals a rich story of their formative years. As our audiences watch the stunts with sweaty palms and open mouths, ultimately, we engage with the warmth and humanity of these two extraordinary young men, as we literally watch them grow-up on-screen.
