I knocked the bastard off - Retracing the footsteps of a murderer (Ep 3)
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- Опубликовано: 17 фев 2024
- A BLOODY LONG RUN - EPISODE 3: I find myself in good shape, in the mountains, about to start day two of running the 220km McMillans walking track. I'd failed on my first attempt 15 weeks earlier and was back, bearded, a little cagey, fresh off the back of some hard months of training in the hills. I was here for two reasons; to run the magnificent backcountry of my home state, and to think about my luck in life, and where this luck has come from.
Watch Episode 1 here: • My longest run ever - ...
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Produced and Directed by
BEAU MILES
Produced and Edited by
MITCH DRUMMOND
Produced by
JODI EVANS
Everyone needs a Charlie
CHARLIE SHOWERS
Filmed by
MITCH DRUMMOND
BRETT CAMPBELL
CHRIS ORD
BEAU MILES
Final Sound Mix
JAMES DOBSON
Colour Correction
LUCY CAWOOD
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Goodonya
PATAGONIA for their support.
The KURNAI ELDERS: Cheryl Drayton, Sanra Mullett, Pauline Mullett & Russell Mullett.
The BEN CRUCHAN WALKING CLUB for maintaining sections of the track.
HELEN & MAY
KELLY DUNSTAN
STUART DAVIS
AMY for finding the GPS tracker 6 months later (deer chewed)
JOHN & MONICA CHAPMAN
GEORGE MIHALAKELLIS for the footage
ALTRA
"We don't tear things down. We recognise the legacy of these people and what they have done, as a remembrance, good or bad." - Cheryl Drayton. What a profound thing to say.
That's how it's done properly. Cancelling and burning down stuff does more harm than good in the long run. When something was awful we need to remember it, to improve things, to not repeat it, to learn, to better ourselves and the world. She is spot on.
Absolutely. Historical memory and justice important
profound, not sure about that, but maybe she said that for another reason.
The jews would be rightly outraged to leave up memorials of the achievements of Hiltler, or the Cambodians a memorial to Pol Pot, or Port Arthur to have a memorial to mass murderer Bryant. Or imagine if your entire family was murdered how would you feel about having a memorial erected in your town hounouring the murderer. Would you want it pulled down, or at very least modified.
If McMillian murdered scores of other white settlers who had names, Im sure there would have been no appetite to put up a memorial in his honour. The many people McMillian did murder did not have names, and we dont even really want to know about them or who there were, because sadly many Australians consider those particular humans at that time as not so much human. Typically out of respect we like to name, honour and remember the victims, like the memorial at Port Arthur. But it seems when Aboriginal Australians were the victims we don't really care to know, and we like to think history began when people like McMillian arrived
I suspect Elder Cheryl like most Elders have learnt that to protest such things brings futher wrath upon themsleves, as they understand the racist tones and are told to shut up and get over it.
If memorials and landmarks are going to remain standing for a mass murderer, then there much more importantly needs to be much larger memorials erected honouring those he murdered and truth telling of their stories.
@@RooDavis I bet she appreciates someone else explaining her reasoning away as internalized fear instead of listening what she has to say and taking her word. Thats the really classy move.
Any such historical moment comes with a sobering and profound learning opportunity. I think the elders recognize this, that the meaning of such a monument endures as the distance between its original celebratory function and its contemporary, ironic significance grows: what was once intended to celebrate a man now endures as an ironic reminder of his brutality. Such learning must come at the hands of skilled and dedicated educators, and the learning must be gleaned heuristically by the students from facts. When such topics are properly framed, and when unvarnished facts are presented, students make their own authentic meaning of history, in ways that are instinctively moral, profound, and lasting.
"It's like I've been in a bar fight... but I won. Barely."
Excellent metaphor 😂
I thought so
That’s not just a bloody long run, that’s a bloody good film!
And you're a bloody great person ❤
The other day, I had one of the mentally worst days of recent years. I literally thought to myself what you would do Beau. So I grabbed my running shoes and just started running without any clear goal in mind. This day, I completed my first half marathon at age 27, a little more than 1.5 years after surgery that threatened to end all sportive activities of mine for years to come.
I know this doesn't relate to this (great) film. It might also not seem much to many, but you have no idea what it means to me and I feel like I have to write this and to say thank you.
You helped, inspired and eventually made me turn one of the worst days into a very good one after all. Thank you Beau for being a legend and constant source of inspiriation. And for reminding me that boundaries of what one can achieve really only exist inside your own head. Keep killing it.
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While Beau inspired you, recognise that you took action of your own accord to get out of your own head. That takes some serious mental fortitude , well done mate
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I’m in the process of trying to start my life over. Quit drugs and alcohol, dealing with things that would likely traumatize my entire family and feeling a sense of disorientation that overwhelms me.
I came back to this guy for the same reason you did; a little insight into what a balanced, content man does in his life.
That last interaction with the bar owner is was one of the cutest conversations I've seen. Great series!
I think about the "1 granule of rubber from my shoe left behind" a lot. Everywhere we go, we leave a trail of some sort, whether we see it or not. Good on ya Beau! Your stories and nuggets of wisdom are always a treat!
when your circle of influence turns inwards to survival -- you start reckoning the path you leave behind
Congratulations, Beau, on finishing this epic run and this powerful series. I admire your courage, endurance, and honesty. You did a great job of honoring the Kurnai people and exposing the atrocities of McMillan. You inspire me to be brave, humble, and respectful. Your videos are always captivating and educational. I can’t wait to see what you do next. Well done!
Ta Brian. Thanks for tuning in mate
I love that you added the Elder's words to your trek, it is a such a great perspective - just the awknowledgment of their culture and lives on the landscape and their continued perserverence and connection to that landscape is profoundly inspirational.
Thanks Rae. Nice to have you here
Thank you for making this. Thank you for inspiring people to enjoy nature.
“I think about my hip joints grinding down, and the death of my body through this, and about life if I’m killing my body or keeping it alive. All I do is wonder, cause all I’m doing is running!”
The beer at the end had me laughing a bit too loud on the Dreadmill! Good on ya Beau, what a beauty!
Hey Beau, don't know whether you remember but I ran your backyard marathon on 6 Dec last year. You came out to greet me around the mile 15 mark. I was a bit too starstruck to say much. Got there in the end, just under 4 hours, It was one of my last adventures before I returned back home to Sweden after 4 years down under. Thanks for everything, you remain one of my greatest inspirations, not only in running but life in general, good on ya!
What was his backyard marathon?
@@MargotHypnos the road that surrounds the block of land Beau lives on is a mile long. So you just have to run it 26.2 times and there you have your marathon ;). So I decided to pay homage to Beau and to run my first marathon in a special way.
@@Hampusmorerunning Well done!
I almost exclusively watch RUclips on my phone, but for Beau's videos, I wait until I'm able to watch on a computer. The cinematography is worth the wait.
“He’s got a sniffer home” I love that. Perfectly describes the feeling of pushing through that last bit
I wonder if the elders can see how profoundly their wisdom and character has influenced all Australian people, invaders as well as indigenous - it’s clear to me on the other side of the planet that there is nowhere else on earth where men possess such honesty, camaraderie, humour and respect for each other. That certainly did not come from Britain or Europe, and is a magic seed that has grown into a fine and unique tree.
“Is that sucker open” killed me 🤣😂 I love your spirit, Beau. You and your crew have my full respect. Congrats, well done.❤️
Also: I really appreciated the quotes during the film. That really went deep on me. Thank you.
Everything that guy says is quoteable. "It's a stonkin hot day!"
absolutely,@@Turnoutburndown! However, this was simply my personal highlight. 🤣
Watched this at just the right time in my life. Sometimes you need a bit of Beau to keep you on track. Thankyou mate!
Walking the river looked like every step was a potential ankle-breaker. This series has been a huge privilege to watch. The first attempt was a hard watch - I was a Marine for 20 years and have seen blokes run to collapse and done it myself a couple of occasions myself. The dehydration hallucinating episode was a little too close to home. Setting off in the dark with your breath illuminated by a head torch, having to double back after a navigation error, and wrestling with the knowledge you've added a bunch of wasted miles. The difference of having company or having to go it alone is something you only understand if you have that experience; if not, you simply don't have the frame of reference to understand what it can be like. And all this in the backdrop of terrain that only a few people can live in, move through, be a part of or imagine exists. It has another worldly quality to some of it. The three videos so far have been epic, in the genuine sense of the word- a different scale from routine life. Thank you for sharing them.
Absolutely loved it Beau, thanks for entertaining us and driving us. To beau, Charlie and the film crew, a bloody great flick and 3 part series. I love our country and learning about it this way.
Thanks kid.
We’d all be much better off with a ‘Charlie’ looking after us! Legend!
Another great film Mr. Miles.👏
This last portion of the video is absolutely fantastic, such an amazing storyteller. You are an incredible inspiration Bo. I have been sharing your videos with friends and family over the last few years. The cinematography is beautiful and your backing tracks are absolutely spot on. Love to hear Tomas Novoa coming back.
Totally agree with all points here. Well put.
Your ability to tell stories and weave them seamlessly into hard physical challenges is impeccable beau, thanks for making these videos.
best quote ever... " all I do is wonder because all I'm doing is running " and put that into the context of many other situations besides this trek.... very interesting indeed
Beau; your videos have it all. An interesting story (seldom, if ever, known), superb camera work, music that fits each part as if written for it, humour and a sensitivity for the country and indigenous people who lived there before anyone else. Thank you for another short masterpiece.
Oh, and blackberries? Yep - bastards.
Amazing. What an effort from the whole team! We desperately need to be better at acknowledging the legacy and letting us shape the future in Australia. Thanks for tackling a hard topic in your way. Was struck by the metaphorical mountain and hard track we as Australia's must continue to climb.
Gee whiz - our Australian landscapes are just stunning and gorgeous. Ripper vid, Beau.
More like a bloody spectacular effort (twice I might add)!
I appreciate your very Aussie stories so much, I've been saving this trio of videos up since you posted the final one; waiting for a quiet evening on my own so I could immerse myself interruption-free into the scenery and this amazing tale of Beau putting his body (and mind evidently) on the line yet again to add another amazing tale to the moving collection of stories you have brought us so far. The addition of real-time insights from the elders added a dose of wisdom, and does make one wonder why you did this the hard way again LOL. I for one hope you never tell these stories any other way than the hard way Sir Miles, because it makes them more bloody spectacular!.
This whole series has been so lovely. The friendships and relationships with people underpins the success of anyone’s life.
Right now I'm chock full of way too much pasta, haven't run more than a couple of kms in over a year and just finished my 5th hour straight on the couch but bloody hell, I'm going to track down my old runners and go for a jog. Thanks for the inspo Beau
I love your videos Beau....you are an inspiration to all of us odd adventurers who do things just for the sake of doing them. This one resonates not just because of the task, but also the wisdom imparted by Cheryl Drayton. Someone the world should be listening to now more than ever. Love to you and yours Beaudy! 🥰 xx
Wonderful, thank you Beau and the Team. So much respect to the Kurnai Elders for their grace, I loved their comments throughout.
Your videos always find a way to make me misty-eyed and grateful to live on this beautiful earth. Thank you for another great journey!!
You almost had me beau I though that was actually hugh Jackman lol
There were no Blackberries when McMillan did it, 13 varieties were introduced into the Bot gardens Melbourne in mid to late 1800s. Great to see Ordie, Hi Pal, we went to school together. I think the region grows adventurous people connected with nature. I was a tree climber for decades, now l sail the qld coast, then next is a lap of the world.
Well done Beau, another magnificent and thoughtful film, and credit to Charlie as well, like the credits, everyone needs a Charlie.
Beau, this series (and most of your videos) for me has gone really deep into the soul and history of Australia - and it somehow gives me the strength to continue to think about the other one, the neighbours we don’t see often, people suffering from an illness I know nothing about. But also, it gives me serenity, to not swear at people overtaking me in the wrong lane, to accept things aren’t always what you want - or need. Thanks.
Man, running that with a DSLR in hand, that's commitment to the film.
Good to know that finishing a trail run only to find a closed pub is a nationwide problem Beau. Haha. Well done on getting in.
Been excited waiting for this episode. Fantastic film-making as always Beau and team 🙂
Yes, first like 14 seconds after upload. I don't need to see it to know I like it ya ripper! 😊
I will never get sick of your story telling Beau
THanks prof
I am so full of admiration for Beaus support team. They are incredible. I just try to imagine the relief and joy Beau must feel when camp looms into view at the end of the day.
Loving this series and your humility. Keep it up.
I like how it turned into a bigger picture, showing your supporting companions. The drone shots are AMAZING. Your narrative around human beings impact on each other and the environment are powerful and much respected.
Gidday Beau , thx for you videos mate , I bushwalked this area in the 1980s , I tracked many of Mc Millians track and can testify to its beauty and remoteness. I too spent years questioning the bustards who cut this land up , claiming spoils of death along the way , they must have been hard bustards can it's bloody hard county . Anyway keep ya knees knocking and hips a grinding, your much appreciated..
Incredible film series Beau. This is a beautifully put series. I love the Storytelling and the inspirational journey.
Your RUclips channel is like nothing else and you are like no one else, thank you for sharing!!
These films belong at Sundance, beautiful landscape and stories told along the way. What we Victorians don't realise we have in our backyard and backhistory
'We'd love to drink your beer' - That's a great little beauism to end a great film!
There is no part of this that wasn't absolutely great. What a run, what a story, what a film. Incredible.
In just over 1 month I’m quitting my job and heading from London to Oz to learn about this amazing country. To follow in even a few of your footsteps would be a dream come true. You’re a true inspiration Beau
Should be good timing, the +40 C days will be less frequent. We are melting here atm.
Thanks Beau for your videos. You’ve inspired me to take up trail running which I’ve decided I absolutely love! Signed up for the UTA100 in May and as part of my training I just knocked off the entire Great Ocean Walk solo in one night. When the pain in my feet set in I couldn’t stop thinking about your discomfort and issues of your first attempt of the Mcmillan track. 😂
16:30 Wait Loss - Man With Roses
My god man, there are onions in that song!
It was an awesome adventure to follow. Congrats on another amazing film and personal accomplishment. Reminds me of the response by George Mallory to "Why did you climb mount Everest?"
"Because it's there."
'Give me a mini,' Such an Aussie response. Loved it, great way to wrap things up Beau. Cheers
''give me a minute'' is said all over the world my guy. lol
She she said 'Give me a mini,' my guy. Don't be a prat, especially in this channel. Should only be good vibes here.@@baldcadaver3685
And she said 'Give me a mini,' my guy. Don't be a prat, especially in this channel. Should only be good vibes. @@baldcadaver3685
@@baldcadaver3685 Never heard it any where else, which country?
That’s so cute that local people have seen Beaus videos!
Profound. Especially on the meta-level. The Kurnais' deep insight into the equilibrium of all things seems to predate any western notion of holisitc thinking by millenia. And these few statements can only be the very tip of the iceberg. Leaving any marks on the land as a reminder of what actually happened is an understanding we have to struggle for everyday, here in Germany. Many people are oblivious to the fact that to erase the scars of history means taking the first step towards repeating the atrocities of the past. Good on ya, Beau! You're striking gold, wherever your worne-out soles are takeing you.
Beau you Beaut! This makes me really miss walking in the Australian bush, nothing like it on the planet, beautiful and serene, but also brutally unforgiving. Time to get the fitness back and plan another trip down under!
Just casually dropping in lines like "The patient and relentless nature of time, split into eras by moments in history, is profound in places like this." Brilliant Series!
The one benefit to living on the other side of the world from you is that I always catch your uploads super early when im staying up late - thanks for another amazing video, love from Canada
Carly 'Give me a mini" What a good sport!
Love your work! I always leave your videos calmer, entertained, more educated (even if it's something weird lol) and inspired. It's so enjoyable to watch films from not so far away in Vic, showing me things about home I've never noticed. Thank you for these awesome films. God bless you and your family!
Beau, you’re an inspiration on so many levels. These three videos have been a wonderful history lesson of your beautiful country, and your positive attitude and incredible storytelling have been a joy to watch. Thank you 🙏☺️
“Blackberries, the amount of times I’ve cursed at those bastards!” - I agree as an Oregonian
Such an inspiration, such beautiful country.
You’re still the dogs bollox!! Brilliant film, top geezer 👍🏻👍🏻
Simply amazing! Thanks Beau!
Brilliant Beau and team. Epic footage of the bush and surrounds, thanks.
been watching for years Beau you’re my favourite RUclipsr, the quote at 13:00 was amazing!
Fitting that there is an ambulance and pub at the end for those adventurers that finish the track in different conditions.
Patagonia picked you up yewwwww well done
“Close, but not close enough to trust it” I love that!
Beau is the best storyteller of our time.
Been waiting for this. Cant wait
A series that's just getting better and better. Incredible stuff Beau, and telling a story far too few of us have heard of. The Europeans were indeed the only true "savages" there, a history everyone in Scotland should know. What an amazing crew to have along with you too, just a great bunch of lads - love it.
Congratulations and as always, thank you for taking us along!
I know you have worked really hard on your videos and I can tell you it has really been worthwhile.
Keep bringing them out mate I’ve watched them all and I want to see more.
As a local lad of the Dandenong ranges I find these videos so close to home.
Finally someone realised how amazing our bush really is and there’s no need to travel to some foreign country when we have so many adventures to behold only a short drive away.
I’m 50 years old and find your videos to be of great inspiration.
It’s hard to find the time these days I know and with family obligations being of utmost importance to you,it must be difficult to find those many hours needed to produce these great videos,but know that you have made a real difference to someone’s life because of it.
Keep ‘em coming brother 👍👍👍
Thanks Dan. Nice to have you here mate
Thank you. When I’m not allowed on a trail, your movies are the closest I come to feeling free. That’s been very important to me.
Go well David.
You’ve got me through some hard times beau. You’re outlook on life is wonderful and ultimately contagious. I’m so happy I found you mate.
Just about to embark on my own 220km big trail over 5 days in Tanzania. There's something incredible about how the body just gets on with it, no matter how gubbed you feel. Running long in one go is great, but you miss something along the way, too busy fuelling and managing it all. Taking a few days instead gives you time to take it in and reflect each day on what's just happened and where you've been . It is abstract to most, but journeys like this are absolute magic. Connect with the world you live in, be all in and the rewards are immeasurable. Another great story and adventure had Beau
What a lovley conclusion! I absolutley adored watching that series. Thank you!
Well done Beau! Will definitely put it on our bucket list and do this trail one day
Inspirational and thoughtprovoking. Thank you for bringing us along and sharing your inner monologues.
Another masterpiece. So grateful to you for making such inspiring and thought-provoking films.
Amazing! So pleased for you Beau… and all the team. Always good to meet your team. ‘Run the Line’ and ‘The Commute’ have been my favourites so far. This one is up there too! Good effort!
Amazing landscapes and beautiful storytelling -- thank you Beau!
Inspirational Beau, thank you!
Thanks for an amazing series Beau! Inspiring and thought provoking as always! I love the wondering and pondering I do when I watch your videos, your words are powerful and have a way of vibrating my inner being! Love it
I get such a good feeling watching these videos. They give a whole new outlook on life and what we can achieve if we just go for it. I like when you said "All I do is wonder, because all I'm doing is running."
I enjoyed this 3 part film very much.
You are a bloody good story teller.
I'm always excited when i see a new Beau video in my feed
Absolute legend Beau mate! Got my eyes set on ticking off the AAWT, McMillans and the Vic section of the BNT. Love seeing videos like these of our great tracks through the High Country
amazing film you motivate me so much and im sure everyone else watching, thanks for all you do Beau and team !
Omg I love your words !! Keep going...keep telling us about your adventures!! Your awesome 😊
Good shit Beau and crew. Thanks for the videos. Helps fire the motivation motor in me seeing you do this huge trek.
I love it, what beautiful countryside, excellent run Beau thank you for sharing this with us.
Yayy!! You made my Sunday morning :)
Loved this series Beau - can really tell a lot of hard work and graft was put in by the whole team. Those are the best sorts of adventures, I reckon! Was also delighted to see Kelly's Hut in there - it's a place I explored myself back in 2017 and it took me right back
Bloody wonderful stuff and beautiful landscape. Congratulations Beau, and thanks for sharing this story, the reality of this history.
Hey Beau. I Love your videos so much. Love from Canada
A fantastic piece of work guys. Thanks for making and sharing it 🙏🌞👍
Thanks for sharing it with us, Beau!
That’s an epic film! You have an incredible way of capturing the moment and emotion. Love it Beau!