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Documentary / Historical
Mountains don't care, but we do!
Rick Lorenz (2009)
This short documentary provides an early history of the U.S. Mountain Rescue Association (MRA), with a focus on events in the Pacific Northwest during the 1940’s and 50’s. It shows the Alpine roots of Mountain Rescue in the United States, and how the changing conditions in the Northwest after World War II provided a need for local mountain rescue teams.Mountains don't care, but we do!
- 2009
- USA
- 30 min
This short documentary provides an early history of the U.S. Mountain Rescue Association (MRA), with a focus on events in the Pacific Northwest during the 1940’s and 50’s. It shows the Alpine roots of Mountain Rescue in the United States, and how the changing conditions in the Northwest after World War II provided a need for local mountain rescue teams.Climbing locations
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Exploring the heights
Charles Houston (2003)
Veteran mountaineer and medical researcher Dr. Charles Houston brings us moving stories from early expeditions to the world's highest mountains. Featuring remarkable archival footage, this film documents the first ascent of Nanda Devi in 1936 (the highest mountain climbed at that time), the first visit by westerners to the south side of Everest in 1950, and two amazing trips to K2 including the tragic and heroic 1953 attempt. 'This is not a biography. It's not about me. It's the story of a group of friends, a story of mountaineering and altitude research in the golden age before commercialism.'- Dr. Charles- 2003
- UK
- 47 min
Veteran mountaineer and medical researcher Dr. Charles Houston brings us moving stories from early expeditions to the world's highest mountains. Featuring remarkable archival footage, this film documents the first ascent of Nanda Devi in 1936 (the highest mountain climbed at that time), the first visit by westerners to the south side of Everest in 1950, and two amazing trips to K2 including the tragic and heroic 1953 attempt. 'This is not a biography. It's not about me. It's the story of a group of friends, a story of mountaineering and altitude research in the golden age before commercialism.'- Dr. CharlesClimbing locations
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Documentary / Chronicle
Rainier the Mountain
Jean Walkinshaw (1999)
Mount Rainier is the most compelling and best-known symbol of life in the Pacific Northwest. Its majestic presence defines the natural beauty and geographic diversity of Washington State. This breathtaking documentary from veteran producer Jean Walkinshaw celebrates the centennial of Rainier's national park and tells stories about this enduring symbol through a fascinating mosaic of perspectives. Meet mountain climbers and scientists, naturalists and artists, and others who have been inspired by the magnificence of Mount Rainier. Spectacular high-definition footage interspersed with archival material makes this a truly comprehensive portrait of Rainier: The Mountain.- 1999
- USA
- 56 min
Mount Rainier is the most compelling and best-known symbol of life in the Pacific Northwest. Its majestic presence defines the natural beauty and geographic diversity of Washington State. This breathtaking documentary from veteran producer Jean Walkinshaw celebrates the centennial of Rainier's national park and tells stories about this enduring symbol through a fascinating mosaic of perspectives. Meet mountain climbers and scientists, naturalists and artists, and others who have been inspired by the magnificence of Mount Rainier. Spectacular high-definition footage interspersed with archival material makes this a truly comprehensive portrait of Rainier: The Mountain.Climbing locations
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Pilgrimage to a mountain peak
(1965)
Pilgrimage to a mountain peak is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Mount Kennedy. It was produced in 1965 by Hearst Metrotone News. It is a part of the series Screen News Digest - Camera on the world. It features Robert F. Kennedy, Jim Whittaker, George R. Senner, Dee Molenaar, Bill Prater, Barry Prather and others.
- 1965
- USA
- 5 min
Pilgrimage to a mountain peak is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Mount Kennedy. It was produced in 1965 by Hearst Metrotone News. It is a part of the series Screen News Digest - Camera on the world. It features Robert F. Kennedy, Jim Whittaker, George R. Senner, Dee Molenaar, Bill Prater, Barry Prather and others.Climbing locations
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Assault on Liberty Ridge
Joel H. Schroedel (1968)
Assault on Liberty Ridge is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Mount Rainier. It was directed by Joel H. Schroedel in 1968 and produced by KOMO-TV. It is a part of the series Exploration Northwest. It features Dave Mahre, Dee Molenaar, Harthon Sandy Bill, Warren Bleser, Lee Nelson, Peter Renz and others.- 1968
- USA
- 50 min
Assault on Liberty Ridge is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Mount Rainier. It was directed by Joel H. Schroedel in 1968 and produced by KOMO-TV. It is a part of the series Exploration Northwest. It features Dave Mahre, Dee Molenaar, Harthon Sandy Bill, Warren Bleser, Lee Nelson, Peter Renz and others.Climbing locations
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The death zone
James McQuillan (2000)
The death zone is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in K2. It was directed by James McQuillan in 2000 and produced by FilmOasis. It is a part of the series Quest for K2 (2/6). It features Kurt Diemberger, Charles Houston, Ed Viesturs, Robert Schoene, Carlos Buhler, Heidi Howkins and others.- 2000
- USA
- 27 min
The death zone is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in K2. It was directed by James McQuillan in 2000 and produced by FilmOasis. It is a part of the series Quest for K2 (2/6). It features Kurt Diemberger, Charles Houston, Ed Viesturs, Robert Schoene, Carlos Buhler, Heidi Howkins and others.Climbing locations
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Brotherhood of the rope
Paul MacGowan (2004)
Brotherhood of the rope is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in K2. It was directed by Paul MacGowan in 2004 and produced by Charles Houston. It features Charles Houston, Bob Bates, Dick Burdsell, Bill House, Paul Petzoldt, Norman Streatfield and others.- 2004
- USA
- 43 min
Brotherhood of the rope is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in K2. It was directed by Paul MacGowan in 2004 and produced by Charles Houston. It features Charles Houston, Bob Bates, Dick Burdsell, Bill House, Paul Petzoldt, Norman Streatfield and others.Climbing locations
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The ghosts of K2
Mick Conefrey (2001)
This is the story of Fritz Wiessener and Charley Houston, two great climbers who tried to get to the top of K2, the second highest mountain in the world. In 1939 Wiessener almost made it, but his expedition ended in bitter controversy. Fourteen years later, Charley Houston made his second attempt on the mountain. It ended in tragedy but it is an amazing story of courage and camaraderie. The film draws on rare archive film footage, in-depth interviews, and specially shot material to tell the story of the men who risked their lives to conquer 'the Savage Mountain'. Third episode of 'Mountain men', a british documentary series looking at the achievements of pioneering mountaineers.- 2001
- UK
- 50 min
This is the story of Fritz Wiessener and Charley Houston, two great climbers who tried to get to the top of K2, the second highest mountain in the world. In 1939 Wiessener almost made it, but his expedition ended in bitter controversy. Fourteen years later, Charley Houston made his second attempt on the mountain. It ended in tragedy but it is an amazing story of courage and camaraderie. The film draws on rare archive film footage, in-depth interviews, and specially shot material to tell the story of the men who risked their lives to conquer 'the Savage Mountain'. Third episode of 'Mountain men', a british documentary series looking at the achievements of pioneering mountaineers.Climbing locations
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