The story about Flat Track Racer Charlotte Kainz, Directed by Wendy Schneider, Continues to Inspire Audiences
Amsterdam– 3 April 2025 – Angels Of Dirt, the powerful documentary directed by Wendy Schneider, will make its European debut in May following a successful run across the United States. The independent film chronicles the life and career of Charlotte Kainz, a “small-town girl” who grows up among the racers and pit mechanics at a rural Wisconsin motorcycle track. Shot over the course of 17 years, this intimate and engaging documentary is an all-encompassing portrait of a fearless young woman with an innate desire and knack for competing and succeeding in a sport very few women, much less young girls, ever thought to compete in.
The documentary is both a celebration of her legacy and a tribute to the resilience and rise of female riders in motorsports.
Interviews include legends, Mert Lawwill (On Any Sunday) and Grand National Champions Scott Parker, Jay Springsteen, and Bubba Shobert.
- Milwaukee Film Festival 2024 – Wisconsin Premiere
- Harley-Davidson Museum and Flat Out Friday - Presented by HD Museum
- One Moto Show - Portland - Presented by One Moto
Angels Of Dirt is bringing Charlotte’s story to a wider audience this spring. Director Wendy Schneider will be present at select screenings, offering more profound insights into the film and the impact of women in motorsports.
For updates on European screening locations and dates, visit the official Angels Of Dirt website.
16 May - Lisbon, Portugal: Lisboa Motorcycle Film Festival
21 May - Dorset, UK: DEUS House of Heavy Leisure
- Tickets: DEUS House of Heavy Leisure
24-26 May - London, UK: Bike Shed
- Tickets: The Bike Shed Moto Show
- Multiple Screening times will be announced for show attendees
5 June - Cologne, Germany: John Doe Flagship Store and German Flat Track
7 June - Noordeloos, Netherlands: Dutch Flat Track - Presented by Rev'It!
Wendy Schneider is a Wisconsin-based independent filmmaker renowned for her compelling storytelling and dedication to exploring diverse subjects. Her work focuses on themes of resilience, community, and personal triumph, capturing the human spirit through powerful narratives. Her body of work includes:
"CUT: Teens and Self Injury" (2007): Winner, "Best Wisconsin Film" award at the Beloit International Film Festival. This groundbreaking documentary featuring Garbage’s Shirley Manson, addresses the often-overlooked issue of self-injury among teenagers, providing insights into their struggles and the paths to recovery.
"The Smart Studios Story" (2016): World Premiere, SXSW 2016. The story of the pivotal Midwest link to the global rise of Alternative Rock in the 1990s and the unassuming Madison, Wisconsin recording studio at its center. Featuring Butch Vig (Producer of Nirvana’s Nevermind, member of Garbage) Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters, Nirvana), Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), and Donita Sparks (L7) .
"Angels Of Dirt" (2024): Currently in Pre-Release and screening at private and public events. Follow Angels Of Dirt on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for news and updates.
This tour is sponsored by: Farasis Energy, Dirt Track Racers Association (DTRA), Off The Groove (Podcast), Lisbon Motorcycle Film Festival, DEUS Lodge Of Heavy Leisure, The Bike Shed - London, Craftwerk, John Doe Flagship Store - Cologne, German Flat Track, Rev'It! and Dutch Flat Track.
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