When Ginny was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2004, she encouraged him to re-marry. We learn about his heart attack, which caused him to 'take it easy' as he ran 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents (known as the World Marathon Challenge). Ran takes us through the process of cutting off the tips of his own frostbite-damaged fingers on his left hand by using a hacksaw and having Ginny assist. This is a man who traversed the planet through both poles. We learn this, and much more, through the fantastic archival footage, photographs, and audio recordings, the latter of which are used instead of the customary talking heads posed for the camera. She was his biggest supporter, and the love of his life. A significant portion of the film is spent detailing the long-time relationship between Ran and his first wife, Ginny. Turns out, he was always one to push boundaries. Director Dyas takes us through Ran's childhood and his service in the Army. We don't even have time to absorb what we're being fed, but the first thought is. An astonishing list of 'Ran's' (as he prefers to be called) exploits, adventures, and records scrolls over the film's opening. The man-the myth-the legend is cousin to actors Joseph and Ralph Fiennes, and has been better labeled as "the greatest living explorer", and documentarian Matthew Dyas wants us to know all about him. He refused the royal title saying being born into it is not the same as earning it. Sir Ranulph Fiennes, born Ranulph Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes, 3rd Baronet, fit the bill. Not so long ago, it was a compliment to be called "a man's man." It was a term of endearment and respect that meant a man was strong, quiet, adventurous, and trustworthy.
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