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Documentary / Climbing Journal
The Climbers
Sid Perou (1988)
This film documents ascents on the cliffs of Kame on Foula in the Shetlands, at 1,300' one of the highest sea cliffs in the British Isles. It was an unusual expedition, in that although it featured some top climbers, it was initiated by Abigail Mann, a relatively inexperienced teenager. The film was broadcast on 24th September 1989 on BBC One, although it had been also been broadcast by the BBC earlier that year. The main climbers were Jonny Dawes, Dave Thomas, Pete Whillance, and Paul Nunn. Sid Perou was the main cameraman as well as one of the producers.- 1988
- UK
- 50 min
This film documents ascents on the cliffs of Kame on Foula in the Shetlands, at 1,300' one of the highest sea cliffs in the British Isles. It was an unusual expedition, in that although it featured some top climbers, it was initiated by Abigail Mann, a relatively inexperienced teenager. The film was broadcast on 24th September 1989 on BBC One, although it had been also been broadcast by the BBC earlier that year. The main climbers were Jonny Dawes, Dave Thomas, Pete Whillance, and Paul Nunn. Sid Perou was the main cameraman as well as one of the producers.Climbing locations
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Leo Houlding - My Right Foot
Ed Stobart (2003)
My Right Foot follows 22 year-old world-renowned British climber Leo Houlding around the globe for nearly a year as he struggles to recover from a serious accident and reach the top level of his sport again. We join Leo 4 months after an ill-fated expedition to Patagonia, where he fell and shattered the bones in his right foot. He is unsure if he will ever walk again.- 2003
- UK
- 52 min
My Right Foot follows 22 year-old world-renowned British climber Leo Houlding around the globe for nearly a year as he struggles to recover from a serious accident and reach the top level of his sport again. We join Leo 4 months after an ill-fated expedition to Patagonia, where he fell and shattered the bones in his right foot. He is unsure if he will ever walk again.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Climbing Journal
Committed - Volume I
Paul Diffley (2007)
Committed - Volume I is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Dumbarton Rock and Burbage South Edge. It was directed by Paul Diffley in 2007 and produced by Hot Aches. It features Dave MacLeod, James Pearson, Johnny Dawes, Katherine Schirrmacher, Sonnie Trotter, Adam Long and others.- 2007
- UK
- 83 min
Committed - Volume I is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Dumbarton Rock and Burbage South Edge. It was directed by Paul Diffley in 2007 and produced by Hot Aches. It features Dave MacLeod, James Pearson, Johnny Dawes, Katherine Schirrmacher, Sonnie Trotter, Adam Long and others.Climbing locations
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To the rainbow
Dave Brown (2009)
To the rainbow is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Rainbow Slab. It was directed by Dave Brown in 2009 and produced by Bamboo Chicken Productions. It features Paul Pritchard and Johnny Dawes.- 2009
- UK
- 15 min
To the rainbow is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Rainbow Slab. It was directed by Dave Brown in 2009 and produced by Bamboo Chicken Productions. It features Paul Pritchard and Johnny Dawes.Climbing locations
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Welsh connections
Dave Brown (2009)
A rampage through the diversity of Welsh climbing: Mountain crags, deep water soloing, slate weirdness, massive seacliffs, boudering and sport. A cast of new wave British rock stars join legends from the past, on cutting edge first ascents as well as great test pieces from the previous generation. Surveying this historic climbing Mecca it seems every top climber has a Welsh Connection.- 2009
- UK
- 76 min
A rampage through the diversity of Welsh climbing: Mountain crags, deep water soloing, slate weirdness, massive seacliffs, boudering and sport. A cast of new wave British rock stars join legends from the past, on cutting edge first ascents as well as great test pieces from the previous generation. Surveying this historic climbing Mecca it seems every top climber has a Welsh Connection.Climbing locations
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Gogarth
Alun Hughes (1988)
Gogarth is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Gogarth North Stack. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1988 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Johnny Dawes, Paul Pritchard, Crispin Waddy and Bob Drury.- 1988
- UK
- 25 min
Gogarth is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Gogarth North Stack. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1988 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Johnny Dawes, Paul Pritchard, Crispin Waddy and Bob Drury.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Chronicle
E9 6c
Dominic Clemence (1997)
E9 6c is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Clogwyn Du'r Arddu. It was directed by Dominic Clemence in 1997 and produced by Rock Films. It is a part of the series 10 x 10. It features John Redhead and Johnny Dawes.- 1997
- UK
- 10 min
E9 6c is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Clogwyn Du'r Arddu. It was directed by Dominic Clemence in 1997 and produced by Rock Films. It is a part of the series 10 x 10. It features John Redhead and Johnny Dawes.Climbing locations
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Buoux 8c
Alun Hughes (1989)
Buoux 8c is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Buoux. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1989 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Jerry Moffatt, Ben Moon and Johnny Dawes.- 1989
- UK
- 25 min
Buoux 8c is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Buoux. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1989 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Jerry Moffatt, Ben Moon and Johnny Dawes.Climbing locations
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Return to Indian Face
Paul Diffley (2011)
Return to Indian Face is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Clogwyn Du'r Arddu. It was directed by Paul Diffley in 2011 and produced by Hot Aches. It features Dave MacLeod, Claire MacLeod, Johnny Dawes and Nick Dixon.- 2011
- UK
- 18 min
Return to Indian Face is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Clogwyn Du'r Arddu. It was directed by Paul Diffley in 2011 and produced by Hot Aches. It features Dave MacLeod, Claire MacLeod, Johnny Dawes and Nick Dixon.Climbing locations
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Hard grit
Mark Turnbull (1998)
"Hard Grit" is the definitive insight into the most beautiful, yet dangerous genre of British climbing. Played out on the gritstone edges of the Pennines, this film has, for the first time, captured truly historic ascents of grit's ultimate climbs.- 1998
- UK
- 63 min
"Hard Grit" is the definitive insight into the most beautiful, yet dangerous genre of British climbing. Played out on the gritstone edges of the Pennines, this film has, for the first time, captured truly historic ascents of grit's ultimate climbs.Climbing locations
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Front Range freaks
Peter Mortimer (2003)
Join Colorado's strongest and boldest climbers in this award-winning documentary from the director of "Scary Faces". "Front Range Freaks" profiles the eccentric characters of the Colorado climbing scene. The film is composed of a series of short vignettes, each showcasing a unique climbing talent and unusual approach to the sport. Includes 2002 Best Short Winner, "Urban Ape", featuring Timmy O'Neill.- 2003
- USA
- 35 min
Join Colorado's strongest and boldest climbers in this award-winning documentary from the director of "Scary Faces". "Front Range Freaks" profiles the eccentric characters of the Colorado climbing scene. The film is composed of a series of short vignettes, each showcasing a unique climbing talent and unusual approach to the sport. Includes 2002 Best Short Winner, "Urban Ape", featuring Timmy O'Neill.Climbing locations
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Strone Ulladale
Alun Hughes (1989)
Strone Ulladale is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Sron Uladail. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1989 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Johnny Dawes, Paul Pritchard, Bob Drury and Crispin Waddy.- 1989
- UK
- 30 min
Strone Ulladale is a documentary about rock climbing that takes place in Sron Uladail. It was directed by Alun Hughes in 1989 and produced by Hughes Film. It features Johnny Dawes, Paul Pritchard, Bob Drury and Crispin Waddy.Climbing locations
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