First Ascent (2006)

  • G
  • 10/14/2006 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 32m

Some mountains are too difficult, too dangerous or too damn crazy to climb! That's why they do it.

Overview

The classic film that inspired the National Geographic Series. Join a global quest with world-class climbers in pursuit of the ultimate goal: the first ascent. Featuring Dean Potter, Timmy O'Neill, Sonnie Trotter, and the amazing Didier Berthod on his quest for the first ascent of the Cobra Crack.

Nick Rosen

Director, Writer

Peter Mortimer

Writer, Director

Cast

Didier Berthod's headshot

Didier Berthod

Self
David Lama's headshot

David Lama

Self
Dean Potter's headshot

Dean Potter

Self
Timmy O'Neill's headshot

Timmy O'Neill

Self
Cedar Wright's headshot

Cedar Wright

Self
Ivaylo Ninov's headshot

Ivaylo Ninov

Self
Matt Seagal's headshot

Matt Seagal

Self
Fred Rouhling's headshot

Fred Rouhling

Self

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