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Documentary / Portrait
Dirtbag
Dave O'Leske (2017)
Fred Beckey is the legendary American 'Dirtbag' mountaineer whose name has evoked mystery, sarcasm and adulation since the 1940s. His stubborn determination to climb one peak after another was translated into a solitary life on the road, where he left a trail of furious climbing partners and abandoned lovers. At the age of 94 he is still obsessed by the mountains and plans ambitious expeditions, but the man who once cavorted over the rock and ice now has to come to terms with everyday life. The story of this athletic rebel, who inspired generations of climbers with his monumental first ascents and impassioned books, is recounted for the first time.- 2017
- USA
- 96 min
Fred Beckey is the legendary American 'Dirtbag' mountaineer whose name has evoked mystery, sarcasm and adulation since the 1940s. His stubborn determination to climb one peak after another was translated into a solitary life on the road, where he left a trail of furious climbing partners and abandoned lovers. At the age of 94 he is still obsessed by the mountains and plans ambitious expeditions, but the man who once cavorted over the rock and ice now has to come to terms with everyday life. The story of this athletic rebel, who inspired generations of climbers with his monumental first ascents and impassioned books, is recounted for the first time.Climbing locations
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Rutas de tributo: Beckey-Chouinard
Benjamín Soto (2016)
A team of Mexican climbers is fine-tuning the crampons and the car to drive from Guadalajara to Canada to climb the Bugaboos in Canadian British Columbia to face a great challenge: climb the iconic Beckey-Chouinard route and, incidentally, meet the legendary Dirtbag, Fred Beckey. A project that is not only representative of the spirit of sporting achievement, it also brings together the elements of adventure and exploration that define the values of what it means mountaineering.Rutas de tributo: Beckey-Chouinard
Benjamín Soto, Cristóbal de Alba
- 2016
- Mexico
- 34 min
A team of Mexican climbers is fine-tuning the crampons and the car to drive from Guadalajara to Canada to climb the Bugaboos in Canadian British Columbia to face a great challenge: climb the iconic Beckey-Chouinard route and, incidentally, meet the legendary Dirtbag, Fred Beckey. A project that is not only representative of the spirit of sporting achievement, it also brings together the elements of adventure and exploration that define the values of what it means mountaineering.Climbing locations
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Final Ascent - The legend of Hamish MacInnes
Robbie Fraser (2019)
The legend of Hamish MacInnes began early. At 16 he climbed the Matterhorn. At 17 he built his first motor car from scratch. He attempted Everest in 1953 with his friend Johnny Cunningham. As an explorer, expedition leader, and engineer he achieved world fame. As inventor of the all-metal ice axe, author of the International Mountain Rescue Handbook and founder of Glencoe Mountain Rescue he has been responsible for saving hundreds of lives, if not thousands. But at the age of 84, his accomplishments could not save him from being institutionalized against his will, suffering from delirium. This film tells the story of his life by mirroring his greatest challenge: to recover his memories and rescue himself.Final Ascent - The legend of Hamish MacInnes
- 2019
- UK
- 80 min
The legend of Hamish MacInnes began early. At 16 he climbed the Matterhorn. At 17 he built his first motor car from scratch. He attempted Everest in 1953 with his friend Johnny Cunningham. As an explorer, expedition leader, and engineer he achieved world fame. As inventor of the all-metal ice axe, author of the International Mountain Rescue Handbook and founder of Glencoe Mountain Rescue he has been responsible for saving hundreds of lives, if not thousands. But at the age of 84, his accomplishments could not save him from being institutionalized against his will, suffering from delirium. This film tells the story of his life by mirroring his greatest challenge: to recover his memories and rescue himself.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Climbing Journal
Mt Edith Cavell
Dan Doody (1961)
This half-hour program was photographed by Dan Doody for True Adventure, a TV show hosted by Bill Burrud. Doody was a regular cameraman for this show. The program depicts the 1961 first ascent of the North Face of Mt Edith Cavelle in the Canadian Rockies by Fred Beckey, Yvon Chouinard and Dan Doody. The film opens with Chouinard and Beckey getting off the train at Jasper below Mt Edith Cavelle. The climbers take a bus to Jasper Park Lodge and, after visiting with a pair of young ladies, sort and pack their gear. The climbing footage appears to have been taken during two different sessions.- 1961
- USA
- 30 min
This half-hour program was photographed by Dan Doody for True Adventure, a TV show hosted by Bill Burrud. Doody was a regular cameraman for this show. The program depicts the 1961 first ascent of the North Face of Mt Edith Cavelle in the Canadian Rockies by Fred Beckey, Yvon Chouinard and Dan Doody. The film opens with Chouinard and Beckey getting off the train at Jasper below Mt Edith Cavelle. The climbers take a bus to Jasper Park Lodge and, after visiting with a pair of young ladies, sort and pack their gear. The climbing footage appears to have been taken during two different sessions.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Historical
Genesis - 40 Years of Ice Climbing
Joe Josephson (2011)
A film celebrating the first ascent of Genesis II, November 6, 1971 by Pat Callis and Brian Leo. This modern ascent by Pat Wolfe using the original gear (with comments by Yvon Chouinard) explores the birth of waterfall ice climbing through the invention of the curved pick.Genesis - 40 Years of Ice Climbing
- 2011
- USA
- 7 min
A film celebrating the first ascent of Genesis II, November 6, 1971 by Pat Callis and Brian Leo. This modern ascent by Pat Wolfe using the original gear (with comments by Yvon Chouinard) explores the birth of waterfall ice climbing through the invention of the curved pick.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Portrait
Worn Wear
Chris Malloy (2013)
A Film About the Stories We Wear presented by Patagonia. Worn Wear is an exploration of quality -- in the things we own and the lives we live. This short film takes you to an off-the-grid surf camp in Baja, Mexico; a family's maple syrup harvest in Contoocook, New Hampshire; an organic farm in Ojai, California; and into the lives of a champion skier, a National Geographic photographer, and a legendary alpinist. It also features exclusive interviews with Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard. Released as an antidote to the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping frenzy, Worn Wear is an invitation to celebrate the stuff you already own.Chris Malloy, Keith Malloy, Dan Malloy, Lauren Malloy
- 2013
- USA
- 28 min
A Film About the Stories We Wear presented by Patagonia. Worn Wear is an exploration of quality -- in the things we own and the lives we live. This short film takes you to an off-the-grid surf camp in Baja, Mexico; a family's maple syrup harvest in Contoocook, New Hampshire; an organic farm in Ojai, California; and into the lives of a champion skier, a National Geographic photographer, and a legendary alpinist. It also features exclusive interviews with Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard. Released as an antidote to the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping frenzy, Worn Wear is an invitation to celebrate the stuff you already own.Availability
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Documentary / Chronicle
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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A line across the sky
Peter Mortimer (2015)
In February, 2014, Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell became the first climbers to complete the coveted Fitz Traverse, a massive route that follows the iconic skyline of the Fitz Roy massif in southern Patagonia This film tells the epic tale of their groundbreaking ascent and is the feature film of the 2015 REEL ROCK Film Tour. I was hired by BigUp Productions to climb and shoot with Honnold and Caldwell in the rugged mountains of the Chalten massif in Patagonia to provide footage to help tell this story.- 2015
- USA
- 40 min
In February, 2014, Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell became the first climbers to complete the coveted Fitz Traverse, a massive route that follows the iconic skyline of the Fitz Roy massif in southern Patagonia This film tells the epic tale of their groundbreaking ascent and is the feature film of the 2015 REEL ROCK Film Tour. I was hired by BigUp Productions to climb and shoot with Honnold and Caldwell in the rugged mountains of the Chalten massif in Patagonia to provide footage to help tell this story.Climbing locations
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Ice revolution - 1960s-1970s
Sarah Garlick (2011)
Independent short film of climbing legend Rick Wilcox and the beginnings of modern ice climbing in North America.- 2011
- USA
- 10 min
Independent short film of climbing legend Rick Wilcox and the beginnings of modern ice climbing in North America.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Expedition Journal
Minya Konka
Jeff Foote (1982)
Minya Konka is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Gongga Shan. It was directed by Jeff Foote in 1982 and produced by ABC. It is a part of the series The American Sportsman. It features Rick Ridgeway, Jonathan Wright and Yvon Chouinard.- 1982
- USA
- 30 min
Minya Konka is a documentary about alpinism that takes place in Gongga Shan. It was directed by Jeff Foote in 1982 and produced by ABC. It is a part of the series The American Sportsman. It features Rick Ridgeway, Jonathan Wright and Yvon Chouinard.Climbing locations
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Documentary / Portrait
Messner
Les Guthman (2002)
In this exclusive documentary, Reinhold Messner looks back over his career with surprising candor and personal revelation. It is the career of a man who began climbing with his father in the exquisite Italian Dolomites, but whose restless quest for self-knowledge through extreme adventures made him the greatest climber of modern times- 2002
- USA
- 47 min
In this exclusive documentary, Reinhold Messner looks back over his career with surprising candor and personal revelation. It is the career of a man who began climbing with his father in the exquisite Italian Dolomites, but whose restless quest for self-knowledge through extreme adventures made him the greatest climber of modern timesClimbing locations
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Brave new wild
Oakley Anderson-Moore (2014)
Stumbling upon her father's hi8 tapes, a daughter discovers a world of delinquent oddballs and wino nomad-poets who dedicated their life to an absurdist art form: rock climbing.- 2014
- USA
- 76 min
Stumbling upon her father's hi8 tapes, a daughter discovers a world of delinquent oddballs and wino nomad-poets who dedicated their life to an absurdist art form: rock climbing.Climbing locations
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