- It's a tradition that dates back to the 14th century, but what is it really like to experience running with the bulls in Spain? CNN's Senior National Correspondent David Culver heads to Pamplona, to explore the lure of running with bulls, as well as the controversy around it.
- David Culver follows a group of runners in the weeks leading up to the running of the bulls at the San Fermín Festival in Pamplona; in a last-minute decision, Culver decides the best way to learn about the festival is to try it out himself.
The episode explores the backgrounds and motivations of two well-recognized runners, Dennis Clancey of Los Angeles and Bill Hillmann of New Orleans. The episode highlights Clancey's 2015 documentary "Chasing Red," a film that contributed inspiration for the episode. Filmed during the 2012 San Fermín festival, "Chasing Red" followed four runners including Clancey and Hillmann. Hillmann, now an author and professor, has survived being gored by bulls on two occasions. Bill's recent marriage to a Pamplona-native affords Culver the opportunity to celebrate with locals. Culver explores the tradition from a Navarran perspective. Culver buys the traditional red and white uniform to immerse himself further.
Culver decides to run with the bulls alongside Dennis Clancey who is the foremost recognized bull running instructor and mentor for foreigners visiting Pamplona. Culver speaks with two Americans, a husband and wife, who benefited from Clancey's advice. Culver also explores the historical links and differences between bull running and bullfighting, particularly around calls for an end to bullfighting. In the end, Hillmann's voice concludes the episode with poetic words matched with sentimental imagines about the fleeting nature of fiesta - and life itself.
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What is the English language plot outline for Seeing Red: Running with the Bulls (2023)?
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