The Center Of The Universe (2004)

  • NR
  • 01/01/2004 (GB)
  • Documentary, Adventure
  • 54m

Overview

The Center Of The Universe chronicles four days in the life of German climber Alexander Huber in Yosemite Valley, California. Living the typical Yosemite vagabond lifestyle, Alex reflects on his goal of successfully free-climbing "El Corazon" (35 pitches, 8a) on the famous El Capitan face, which is a combination of the historic routes "Salathé," "Albatross," "Son of Heart," and "Heart Route," connected by newly laid out sections. 35 challenging pitches, combining technicality, stamina, and commitment, with difficulty levels up to 8a. The film showcases the unique style of climbing in Yosemite, as well as a piece of history of the famous valley, narrated by Heinz Zak, Jim Bridwell, Lynn Hill, Alexander Huber, and Chongo Chuck themselves.

Franz Hinterbrandner

Director

Max Reichel

Director

Cast

Alexander Huber's headshot

Alexander Huber

Self
Jim Bridwell's headshot

Jim Bridwell

Self
Lynn Hill's headshot

Lynn Hill

Self
Heinz Zak's headshot

Heinz Zak

Self
Chongo Chuck's headshot

Chongo Chuck

Self
Ivaylo Ninov's headshot

Ivaylo Ninov

Self
Shawn Sneider's headshot

Shawn Sneider

Self
Ben van der Klooster's headshot

Ben van der Klooster

Self

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