In the Fifties, Mary McGee discovered her sense of freedom when she grew to become the primary American lady to race bikes. Mary’s pioneering journey of conquering sexism and her personal fears paved the way in which for the following chapter in motorsports.
The untold story of legendary motorsports pioneer Mary McGee a.okay.a. MOTORCYCLE MARY whose racing profession spanned thirty years and noticed Mary shatter gender norms whereas mastering a number of racing disciplines. Born in Alaska on the eve of World War II, McGee’s formative years is riddled with concern however, along with her older brother Jim’s steerage, she conquers her apprehensive nature and discovers the artwork of composure—a ability that serves her to tackle the racetrack. Following in her brother’s footsteps, her outstanding racing odyssey begins on the planet of vehicles, the place she outshines her male opponents, solely to later uncover her best sense of freedom racing bikes. She was the primary lady to race bikes within the United States. Confronted by sexism and private tragedy, Mary perseveres, pushing herself to larger and larger heights—culminating in her most hair-raising problem: Becoming the primary individual ever to solo the grueling Baja 500 on a motorbike.
The 22-minute documentary quick MOTORCYCLE MARY is directed by Haley Watson and produced by Rachel Greenwald and government produced by two-time Oscar® winner Ben Proudfoot and seven-time Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton.
Mary McGee died on November 27, 2024 on the age of 87.
00:00- 00:59: Haley Watson Director Statement
00:59-03:50: I’m Mary McGee Opening Sequence
03:50-05:34: Mary’s Upbringing
05:34- 07:14: Love for Driving
07:14-09:29: Vasek & Motorcycles
09:29- 11:45: Stay Calm, Twist the Throttle
11:45- 14:00: Jim’s Accident
14:00-15:22: “All Women”
15:22-16:07: Steve McQueen
16:07-20:43: Baja500
20:43- 21:40: Women Can Race too
21:40-22:56: Credits
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