Movies and TvShows featuring "alpine-climbing" theme.

The Summit of the Gods follows a photographer who discovers a lost camera containing photographs of a legendary expedition to Mount Everest in 1924. As he delves into the mystery, he becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind the missing climbers and their fate. With danger and suspense at every turn, the film explores themes of life, death, and the limits of human endurance.

The Alpinist is a documentary that follows the life and extreme adventures of a mountain climber. It showcases his journey through various challenging terrains and showcases the risks and rewards of the sport. From climbing icy glaciers to solo climbing dangerous mountains, the film captures the essence of mountain climbing and the drive that pushes climbers to their limits.

Becoming a mountaineer and climbing Everest in exactly one year? That’s the dream of Inoxtag, a 21-year-old very rich YouTuber who doesn’t do any sports. By following him for a year, we will discover in this documentary all the changes in his life to achieve this dream.

Lost on Everest (2020) is a gripping documentary that explores the harrowing story of a fatal accident on Mount Everest. The film takes viewers on a journey into the thin air of the Himalayas, diving deep into the world of alpine climbing and the risks that come with it. Through interviews with survivors and expert analysis, Lost on Everest sheds light on the challenges faced by mountain climbers and the unforgiving nature of the mountain itself.

Meru is a breathtaking documentary that follows three climbers as they attempt to conquer the deadly peak of Mount Meru in the Himalayas. Facing treacherous weather conditions, near-death accidents, and the sheer physical challenge of the mountain, the climbers must rely on their skills, teamwork, and determination to survive and achieve their goal.

The Race for Everest is a gripping documentary that tells the story of the intense competition among mountaineers from different countries to reach the summit of Mount Everest. The film explores the determination, endurance, and risks involved in the world of mountain climbing, capturing the adrenaline-filled race to conquer the world's highest peak.

An exploration into grief and its expression through the stories of individuals who have experienced loss or trauma due to climbing or alpinism. This artful compilation of interviews highlights how there is no singular or correct way to grieve.

Follow David Lama and Conrad Anker as they make a second attempt to climb the 6,907m Himalayan peak, Lunag Ri. Weather capers, technical challenges and health problems are just a few of the challenges Lama and Anker face.

Reel Rock 10 is an exhilarating documentary that takes viewers deep into the world of rock climbing. With stunning visuals and captivating storytelling, it explores the challenges and triumphs of the brave climbers who push the limits of what is possible.

Hanuman Airlines: Fly Over Everest is a captivating documentary that takes you on a gripping journey as a team of paragliders attempt to fly over the mighty Mount Everest. Join them as they face the challenges of the Himalaya mountain range and embark on a daring feat of alpine climbing and paragliding. Witness breathtaking landscapes, adrenaline-pumping moments, and the triumph of human spirit in this unforgettable adventure.

In 2015, Caroline Ciavaldini set herself the ambitious project of free climbing the Voie Petit, a 450m granite route graded 8b on the Grand Capucin on Mont Blanc du Tacul, Chamonix. Established by Arnaud Petit in 1997, and first free-climbed by Alex Huber in 2005, the route is protected by a mixture of trad gear, bolts and pegs.

The film follows a group of three winter mountaineers and a pair of winter climbers on a typical day out in the Scottish mountains. See how they cope with this potentially hazardous environment and what measures they take to ensure that they both enjoy the experience and return safely. Following on from the film are 11 chapters that expand upon the good practice message, providing information on navigation, self arrest, clothing and equipment, use of ice axe and crampons, avalanche awareness and emergency procedures.

Probably no one has explored solo climbing like Hansjörg Auer, whose memorable feat on the "fish route" has forever marked the history of this very peculiar kind of mountaineering. "The hardest thing to do when you're doing free solo," says Hansjörg, "is not the ascent. It is to go back home." Why? Because when loneliness strips you naked you understand the importance of the relationships you build with people around you. “No turning back” is an introspective and epic film, delicate and powerful: there is not only vertical life, there is not only performance. There is an all-round discovery of what makes a life worth living.

Alpine Essentials is a training film which shows the essential skills and techniques necessary for Alpine mountaineering and climbing. It follows two mountaineers on a multi day trip in the Swiss Alps. See how they cope with their environment and what steps they take to both enjoy the experience and return safely. The dvd contains a range of separate chapters which expand upon the topics covered in the film, including: glacier travel; crevasse rescue; moving together; abseiling; ice axes; crampons; via ferrata; using huts; clothing and equipment. Filmed in Switzerland in the summer of 2006 the skills covered are appropriate to all glaciated terrain. This instructional climbing film is produced jointly by the Mountaineering Council of Scotland and the British Mountaineering Council.