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Documentary / Climbing Journal
The sharp end
Peter Mortimer (2007)
"The Sharp End" showcases the climbers who risk everything to do the world's most dangerous and committing climbs. Run-out traditional routes, scary highball boulder problems, ice-covered alpine walls and all-or-nothing free-solo ascents are all part of the game. The film features Alex Honnold, Dean Potter, Mike Patz, Steph Davis, Tommy Caldwell, Jonny Copp, Lisa Rands and many more.- 2007
- USA
- 64 min
"The Sharp End" showcases the climbers who risk everything to do the world's most dangerous and committing climbs. Run-out traditional routes, scary highball boulder problems, ice-covered alpine walls and all-or-nothing free-solo ascents are all part of the game. The film features Alex Honnold, Dean Potter, Mike Patz, Steph Davis, Tommy Caldwell, Jonny Copp, Lisa Rands and many more.Climbing locations
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Dean Potter tribute
Nick Rosen (2015)
Dean Potter tribute is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in El Capitan. It was directed by Peter Mortimer in 2015 and produced by Sender Films. It is a part of the series Reel Rock 10. It features Dean Potter.- 2015
- USA
- 7 min
Dean Potter tribute is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in El Capitan. It was directed by Peter Mortimer in 2015 and produced by Sender Films. It is a part of the series Reel Rock 10. It features Dean Potter.Climbing locations
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Heinz Zak - Freigeist in der Vertikalen
Malte Roeper (2017)
The Tyrolean mountain photographer Heinz Zak is one of the most important chronicler in the history of free climbing. He has documented the world’s best free-climbers and their mile stones. Although Heinz Zak has often climbed the great and extremes routes, as a photographer he now focuses more and more on the places, where his journey once began – in the mountains of his homeland Tyrol.Heinz Zak - Freigeist in der Vertikalen
- 2017
- Austria, Germany
- 47 min
The Tyrolean mountain photographer Heinz Zak is one of the most important chronicler in the history of free climbing. He has documented the world’s best free-climbers and their mile stones. Although Heinz Zak has often climbed the great and extremes routes, as a photographer he now focuses more and more on the places, where his journey once began – in the mountains of his homeland Tyrol.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Portrait
The sky walker
Mark Soldinger (2009)
Dean Potter is a unique breed of daredevil. He is the only person in the world practicing extreme high-lining - a hair-raising variation of tightrope walking - which sees him crossing a bouncy stretch of 1-inch wide rope suspended hundreds of feet above some of the worlds most breathtaking canyons… without any safety harness. One slip and he could plunge to his death. Fourth episode of the TV series Daredevils, als known as Cutting Edge, about extraordinary humans.- 2009
- UK
- 46 min
Dean Potter is a unique breed of daredevil. He is the only person in the world practicing extreme high-lining - a hair-raising variation of tightrope walking - which sees him crossing a bouncy stretch of 1-inch wide rope suspended hundreds of feet above some of the worlds most breathtaking canyons… without any safety harness. One slip and he could plunge to his death. Fourth episode of the TV series Daredevils, als known as Cutting Edge, about extraordinary humans.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Making Of
Making-of 'Am Limit' - The point of no return
Pepe Danquart (2007)
Making-of of the documentary 'Am Limit’, where the Huber brothers, Alex and Thomas, try to beat the speed record of the ‘Nose’, a 1.000 meters high climbing route in the granite wall of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. The filming crew, composed of expert mountaineers, had to spend some days shooting betwenn eight and twelve hours on the wall, exposed to the sun and the elements. Every camera position was calculated by Pepe Danquart, the film director, anticipating every climber’s move, and the team used between 3 and 4 kilometers of fixed ropes. About ten people have been constantly in the wall, and more than 30 more were standing up at the summit or below to assist.Making-of 'Am Limit' - The point of no return
Pepe Danquart, Martin Hanslmayr
- 2007
- Germany
- 26 min
Making-of of the documentary 'Am Limit’, where the Huber brothers, Alex and Thomas, try to beat the speed record of the ‘Nose’, a 1.000 meters high climbing route in the granite wall of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. The filming crew, composed of expert mountaineers, had to spend some days shooting betwenn eight and twelve hours on the wall, exposed to the sun and the elements. Every camera position was calculated by Pepe Danquart, the film director, anticipating every climber’s move, and the team used between 3 and 4 kilometers of fixed ropes. About ten people have been constantly in the wall, and more than 30 more were standing up at the summit or below to assist.Climbing locations
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The search for freedom
Jon Long (2014)
The story of a cultural revolution fueled by the human desire to live in the moment and do what makes you feel the most alive. We discover how an electrifying new world came about through pure energy and imagination and the infinite possibilities of self-expression available to anyone willing to drop in. This documentary is a visceral, visual experience told through the eyes some of the brightest pioneers, legends, visionaries and champions of surfing, mountain climbing, snowboarding, skiing, skateboarding, mountain biking and more.- 2014
- Canada
- 92 min
The story of a cultural revolution fueled by the human desire to live in the moment and do what makes you feel the most alive. We discover how an electrifying new world came about through pure energy and imagination and the infinite possibilities of self-expression available to anyone willing to drop in. This documentary is a visceral, visual experience told through the eyes some of the brightest pioneers, legends, visionaries and champions of surfing, mountain climbing, snowboarding, skiing, skateboarding, mountain biking and more.Climbing locations
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3 seasons
Max Reichel (2002)
3 seasons is a documentary about ice climbing that takes place in Yosemite National Park and Berchtesgaden National Park. It was directed by Max Reichel in 2002 and produced by Timeline Productions. It features Thomas Huber, Alexander Huber, Michael Grassl and Dean Potter.Max Reichel, Franz Hinterbrandner
- 2002
- Germany
- 30 min
3 seasons is a documentary about ice climbing that takes place in Yosemite National Park and Berchtesgaden National Park. It was directed by Max Reichel in 2002 and produced by Timeline Productions. It features Thomas Huber, Alexander Huber, Michael Grassl and Dean Potter.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Chronicle
Yosemite death climb
Josh Lowell (2014)
Rock climber Alex Honnold attempts to set a world record by free-soloing a trio of harrowing cliffs without safety lines. Honnold plans to scale the faces of Yosemite National Park's Triple Crown. And he plans to do it all in under 24 hours.Josh Lowell, Nick Rosen, Peter Mortimer, Alex Lowther
- 2014
- USA
- 44 min
Rock climber Alex Honnold attempts to set a world record by free-soloing a trio of harrowing cliffs without safety lines. Honnold plans to scale the faces of Yosemite National Park's Triple Crown. And he plans to do it all in under 24 hours.Climbing locations
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On assignment
Renan Ozturk (2011)
A behind the scenes adventure with photographer Jimmy Chin as he attempts to do justice to the cutting edge of climbing today in Yosemite for a National Geographic cover story.- 2011
- USA
- 6 min
A behind the scenes adventure with photographer Jimmy Chin as he attempts to do justice to the cutting edge of climbing today in Yosemite for a National Geographic cover story.Climbing locations
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Wampler's ascent
Elizabeth Wampler (2013)
All people face challenges throughout their life and this is an unprecedented look at one man's journey of terror and sheer will to overcome all odds as he try's to concur one of the biggest human feats of ever attempted.- 2013
- USA
- 76 min
All people face challenges throughout their life and this is an unprecedented look at one man's journey of terror and sheer will to overcome all odds as he try's to concur one of the biggest human feats of ever attempted.Climbing locations
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The man who can fly
Bryan Smith (2011)
Legendary rock climber and base jumper Dean Potter mounts an expedition to free climb the massive peaks of Canada's Mt. Butte.- 2011
- USA, Canada
- 48 min
Legendary rock climber and base jumper Dean Potter mounts an expedition to free climb the massive peaks of Canada's Mt. Butte.Climbing locations
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The core
Roman Gackowski (2005)
Stunning scenery and breathtaking images of human daring abound in this awe-inspiring documentary. “The Core” profiles rock climber Dean Potter during one of his greatest accomplishments, the single day ascent of Yosemite’s El Capitan and Half Dome, two of the most famous rock walls in the world. Throughout the piece, Potter describes what drives him to take on such epic and dangerous projects that have helped him become one of the most celebrated climbers ever. “The Core” captures not only Potter’s profound thoughts but also the iconic beauty of the national treasure that is Yosemite.- 2005
- USA
- 44 min
Stunning scenery and breathtaking images of human daring abound in this awe-inspiring documentary. “The Core” profiles rock climber Dean Potter during one of his greatest accomplishments, the single day ascent of Yosemite’s El Capitan and Half Dome, two of the most famous rock walls in the world. Throughout the piece, Potter describes what drives him to take on such epic and dangerous projects that have helped him become one of the most celebrated climbers ever. “The Core” captures not only Potter’s profound thoughts but also the iconic beauty of the national treasure that is Yosemite.Climbing locations
